WSU Sport Management 40th Anniversary Event
Friday, September 5, and Saturday, September 6, 2025
WSU Homecoming Weekend
This page is updated regularly as plans progress! Most recent update: 9/3/2025.
Friday, September 5
5:15-8:00 pm – Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center
Sport Management Social
Doors open at 5:00pm
Special Keynote Speaker: Chuck Arnold, president of the Seattle Seahawks, and Sport Management Alumnus (’94)
Meet faculty, hear from students, and mingle among fellow Sport Management grads. Hearty hors d’oeuvres and beverages served.
Saturday, September 6
3:00-6:00 pm – Spark, Education Addition, and Cleveland Hall Lawn
Pre-Homecoming Game Sport Management Tailgate
7:15pm – Gesa Field at Martin Stadium
WSU Football vs. San Diego State
During the game, Sport Management will be recognized on-field for its 40-year history, honoring its legacy. As a Sport Management alum, YOU are encouraged to join us on-field during this special recognition, as well! The alumni who wish to participate in the on-field recognition during the game will go to the southwest end of the stadium, behind the marching band seating, on the concourse below the “Cougar Football Complex” sign. A marketing staff member will escort the group onto the field (down the stairs next to the Cougars’ game-day locker room). On-field recognition will take place during the SECOND media break of the FIRST quarter.
Have you purchased your tickets for the Homecoming Football game vs. San Diego State?
Where exactly is the tailgate?
The Saturday afternoon Pre-Homecoming Game Tailgate will take place on the lawn behind Cleveland Hall and in between the Education Addition & Spark buildings, off Washington St. and Idaho St. You can also search “The Spark: Academic Innovation Hub” on your favorite map app, and it will direct you right to the parking lot.
Speaking of Parking…What do I do if I need to park on campus?
While we HIGHLY encourage you walk or take the Game Day Park & Ride from Pullman Transit, you can secure a parking permit via the WSU Transportation Services office online. Our event will not have a special parking permit available.
I still have more questions!
You can contact Joni Ford via email at joni.ford@wsu.edu for any questions you have regarding the Sport Management specific events listed above.
For questions about football tickets, contact FEVO by using the “Contact FEVO” link on the ticket purchasing site.