Oct. 27, 2006

The Gamecock men’s and women’s basketball teams will sign autographs beginning at 6:15 pm at Toyota Gamecock Village in the State Fairgrounds (located in the old grandstands) on Sat., Oct. 28 prior to the USC-Tennessee football game. The teams will be sign their team poster only and the posters will be available at Gamecock Village.

The Gamecock men open their season on Fri., Nov. 10 vs. South Carolina State at 7:30 pm in the Colonial Center. The women open their season with an exhibition on Nov. 8 at Lake Truck at 7 pm. They open the regular season vs. East Tennessee State at 3 pm on Nov. 12. Both women’s games will be played at the Colonial Center.

The Toyota Gamecock Village has something for every Carolina Fan including former players signing autographs, live entertainment, interactive games, food and beverage, USC cheerleaders and Cocky. The Gamecock Village is located in the grandstands at the State Fair Grounds and will be open 3 hours prior to kick-off. Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement of the “Ultimate Tailgating Experience” at the Toyota Gamecock Village.
Visit Gamecock Village every week, including all the exciting happenings this week:
* Warren Muir will be this week’s Toyota Tundra Legend of the Game

* The Discover Boating & Take Me Fishing Mobile Tour sponsored by Sportsman’s Warehouse will feature the all new Hydro-Thunder boat simulator, virtual reality fishing games, and much more!

* The Crocs Mobile Tour will feature its full line of all-purpose shoes for fashion and comfort including the Official “Gamecock Crocs”.

* The Sharpie Mobile Tour will be onsite with their H3 Hummer and Display truck!

* As always The Best Buy Party Pavilion is where you can get out of the weahter and socialize with other Gamecock faithful

* The Go-Vision Video Board- a 20ft by 10ft video screen will feature college football action from around the country.

* The USC Men’s & Women’s Basketball teams will be in attendance autographing team posters

* The Stride Gum Tent will offer free samples of their full line of gum and candy including Trident, Bubblelicious, & Sour Patch Kids!

* Great food and drinks by Sticky Fingers, Centerplate, & WG’s Wings.

* The USC Band, Cheerleaders, and Cocky will be making an appearance for the pre-game pep rally.