MACOMB, Ill. -- Western Illinois University Athletics has several game day strategies and health and safety protocols in place to ensure all fans have a great experience at Hanson Field during football game days. Check out the Know Before You Go guide below: 

The game will kickoff at 1:02 p.m. CST and will be broadcast on ESPN+.

Game Day Timeline

• 8:00 am - Tailgate lots open 

• 11:30 am - Ticket Office opens 

• 11:30 am - All gates open 

• 12:00 pm - Alcohol sales begin inside Hanson Field

• 12:30 pm - Touchdown Terrace presented by Michelob Ultra opens

• 12:50 pm - Team warm ups 

• 1:02 pm - Kickoff vs. Gardner-Webb

Parking

Parking lots will open at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, for WIU's match-up against Gardner-Webb University. The Leatherneck Club Preferred parking area, presented by Toyota, is for Leatherneck Club members who have purchased season tickets. Members with season tickets contributing at the Captain level and above have RESERVED parking locations within that area. Members with season tickets contributing at the Varsity level have access to the preferred area on a first-come, first-served basis.

All other parking is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Handicapped Accessible Parking

Handicap accessible parking is located on the west side of Q Lot nearest to Western Hall.

Tickets

Tickets are available for purchase on game days at every ticket booth at Hanson Field. To purchase tickets prior to game day, visit leathernecktickets.com or call (309) 298-1190. 

General Fan Information for November 23:

Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day: WIU Athletics is proud to extend its appreciation to WIU Faculty and Staff members at Saturday's game. All faculty and staff are invited to attend the game against Gardner-Webb. 

Student Tailgate: The Student Tailgate space is located at the east end of Q Lot. WIU Students are admitted to the football game for free with their WIU Student ID.

Touchdown Terrace presented by Michelob Ultra: New in 2024, Leatherneck Club members at the All-American level have access to the Touchdown Terrace presented by Michelob Ultra! The area features a field-level viewing area, free soft drinks and water, and alcohol for purchase. The terrace is located in the north endzone of Hanson Field.

Rocky's Kids Club presented by Clock Tower Bank: Rocky's Kids Club is located at the tent and tables in the southwest corner of Hanson Field. The Rocky's Kids Club captain will be honored on the field during the third quarter of the game. 

Guest Services

Fans with questions before, during and after all Leatherneck home Football games are encouraged to contact the WIU Athletics main office via phone at 309-298-1190.