Fresno State Athletics
SAVE THE DATE: Heroes Night on Feb. 4
1/23/2012 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Jan. 23, 2012
FRESNO, Calif. - To recognize the heroic efforts of Fresno's finest and bravest, head coach Rodney Terry invites all Central Valley police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, active military and veteran's along with their families and friends, to experience Bulldog hoops on Feb. 4 when the 'Dogs host Utah State.
All heroes will receive a discounted ticket price of only $5 for the final regular season meeting between the Bulldogs and Aggies, with tip off set for 7 p.m. at the Save Mart Center.
"It is a privilege for us to have the opportunity to share such a special evening with the true heroes of our Valley," Terry said. "We take great pride in how we carry ourselves in every facet of our lives. Our heroes in the Valley make sure we have the chance to teach these life lessons and play the game of basketball. This is one of those events that you have to be in the building to experience."
Throughout the game, which is being presented by Table Mountain, Fresno State will be honoring local heroes and their families.
Why this night is so special:
• A way to thank and honor our local heroes making a difference in the Central Valley Partnering with the Fresno Fire Department's "Creating Memories" program
• The National Anthem performed by Henry LeMay, a veteran of the Korean War and Purple Heart recipient
• Presentation of the colors by the Fresno Fire Department Color Guard
• Honoring Wounded Warriors on-court at halftime
• Official Terry towel for the first 2,000 fans through the door
• First 500 fans through the door get free shirt, courtesy of Table Mountain, and an Official Terry Towel
• $9 Meal Deals offered all night
All identified Heroes can purchases their game tickets online:
1. Go to gobulldogs.com
2. Click on "Tickets"
3. Click on "Buy"
4. Click on "Promotions"
5. Enter promotional code: HEROES
"We Are Your Team!" --- Fresno State is set to make its final visits as a member of the Western Athletic Conference to Louisiana Tech on Thursday and New Mexico State on Saturday. Both conference contests will be featured on the WAC Sports Network (KAIL 7.1/53/Comcast Cable 13) and KMJ 580 AM. Be sure to also follow Coach @RodneyTerry on Twitter for updates from the road.
