Eastern Michigan Athletics
EMU Football Season Tickets On Sale NOW!
3/28/2014 9:05:00 AM | Football, Eastern Athletic Fund, E-Gridiron Group
Season Tickets now on sale at EMUTix.com or by calling 734.487.2282
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YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – Season tickets for the 2014 Eastern Michigan University football season are now on sale to see the Eagles under new head coach Chris Creighton. Eastern Michigan will host four Mid-American Conference rivals in Rynearson Stadium, while opening the season with a non-conference contest against Morgan State University.
Season Ticket Packages
EMU Athletics remains committed to being the best value in the MAC and is now offering a variety of season ticket packages to make sure you don't miss a minute of the 2014 EMU Eagles home schedule.
Fans can now order reserved non-chairback season tickets (sections 104-106 below the press box) for just $75. EMU faculty and staff, along with youth, can secure non-chairback season tickets for $50. Reserved chairback seats can be purchased for $100 along with a $200 donation to EMU Football or to Eagles Pride (formerly known as the EMU Athletic Club). Additionally, a limited amount of seats are available in the Eagles Pride Suite located on the second floor of the press box. Eagles Pride Suite tickets are $150 along with a $1,500 donation to EMU Football or to Eagles Pride. Suite holders enjoy VIP parking, complimentary food and refreshments, along with the best seat in the house to watch the 2014 Eagles.
| Youth | $50 |
| EMU Faculty/Staff | $50 |
| Reserved Non-Chairback (sections 104-106) | $75 |
| Reserved Chairback | $100 (plus $200 donation to EMU Football or Eagles Pride) |
| Eagles Pride Suite | $150 (plus $1500 donation to EMU Football or Eagles Pride) |
Season Ticket Holder Benefits
For the 2014 season EMU Football season ticket holders will enjoy more than just the action on the field with a number of exclusive new benefits, including:
| 1) Priority seating for EMU football road games, championship or bowl appearances |
| 2) Invitation to the Eagles Football Fall Kickoff Luncheon |
| 3) A one-time 20% off a purchase at ShopEMU |
| 4) A special invitation to the 2014 Eagles Football team banquet |
| 5) Reoccurring behind-the-scenes e-mails from Coach Creighton and Director of Athletics Heather Lyke |
| 6) A special season ticket holder gift |
| 7) Two complimentary tickets to in-conference road game of choice, per season ticket purchased |
Single-Game Tickets - On Sale Beginning July 1
EMU will also feature dynamic pricing on single-game tickets, which will go on sale July 1. Fans can purchase reserved tickets (sections 104-106) in advance of gameday for $15, while the price will increase to $20 at the door. Single-game general admission tickets will be $12 when purchased in advanced or $15 on the day of game. A rate for youth 12-and-under is also available in both the general admission ($5 in advance or $7 day of game) and reserved sections ($7 in advance or $10 day of game) . Additionally, groups of 10-99 can receive tickets at $7 each and groups of 100+ are only $5 each. Please call the EMU Ticket Office at 734.487.2282 to arrange a group outing.
| Category | Advance of Gameday | Day of Game |
| Reserved Youth (12-and-under) | $7 | $10 |
| General Admission Youth (12-and-under) | $5 | $7 |
| Reserved Adult | $15 | $20 |
| General Admission Adult | $12 | $15 |
| EMU Students | Free w/ valid student ID | Free w/ valid student ID |
| Groups (10-99)* | $7 each | |
| Groups (100+)* | $5 each |
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Promotions
Promotional giveaways return in 2014, so be sure to be one of the first in the stadium to take advantage of the offerings on the following dates:
- Aug. 30 vs. Morgan State - Post-game fireworks show and poster giveaway
- Oct. 11 vs. Buffalo (Homecoming) - EMU Football duffle bag giveaway
- Oct. 25 vs. Northern Illinois (Hall of Fame Day) - EMU Football fleece blanket giveaway
- Nov. 1 vs. Central Michigan - EMU license plate holder giveaway
- Nov. 28 vs. Toledo (Senior Day) - $10,000 kick contest
EMU football gamedays will be fun for the whole family in 2014 with the new family-fun zone located just outside the stadium and opening three hours prior to kickoff. Also, be sure to make it inside the Convocation Center two hours before kickoff for the new "Turn It Up, Turn it Green" Pep Rally featuring the EMU Marching Band, Swoop, the EMU Spirit Squads, EMU Football Team, Coaches and Special Guests!
Parking
Also, new for 2014, each non-VIP parking lot has a $5 charge per vehicle and a $20 charge per motor home or vehicle which takes up two spaces or more. For VIP parking, sign up for the Eagles Pride Suite level ticket package, which includes free access to the VIP lot.
Parking lots will open three hours prior to kickoff of each home football game.
Parking for disabled patrons is available at the Convocation Center. A state issued handicapped pass is required. A courtesy shuttle will also be available to and from all designated parking lots with a drop off location at gate 2.
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Special Dates
Mark your calendar today for a number of special dates on the EMU football schedule for 2014.
- Homecoming - Oct. 11 versus the University at Buffalo.
- E-Club Athletic Hall of Fame Weekend - Oct. 25 versus Northern Illinois University
- Senior Day - Nov. 28 versus the University of Toledo
Directions to Rynearson Stadium - Click Here for More Information.
799 N. Hewitt Rd.
Ypsilanti, MI 48187
A. From the North - U.S. 23 to Washtenaw Avenue (exit 37A); head east on Washtenaw to Hewitt Road; turn left on Hewitt and proceed to Convocation Center/Stadium area.
B. From the South - see above directions (A).
C. From the East - I-94 west to Huron Street; head north on Huron Street to Cross Street; turn left at Cross to Hewitt; turn right at Hewitt and proceed to Convocation Center/Stadium area.
D. From the West - I-94 east to U.S. 23 north; exit U.S. 23 at Washtenaw Avenue (exit 37A) and follow directions above (A).
Rynearson Stadium Policies
Prohibited Items:
• Alcoholic beverages
• Backpacks or any bag larger than 10 x 10
• Banners/Signs larger than 2' x 3'
• Camera equipment, tripods or cameras with long telephoto lenses
• Coolers and containers
• Outside food and beverages
• Laser pointers
• Pets (with the exception of animals used by disabled guests)
• Signs or clothing with inappropriate or offensive language
• Strollers
• Umbrellas
• Weapons
• Balloons
• Air horns
• Silly string
• Frisbees
Permitted Items:
• Sealed bottles of water
• Seat cushions, blankets & rain gear
• Binoculars (but leave your case in the car) pagers, cell phones
• Small hand held cameras & radios
• Diaper bags (with a baby), purses under 10 x 10
Restrooms
Restrooms are located under the stands on both the East and West sides of the stadium as well as in the Convocation Center. All are accessible.
Concessions
Concession stands can be found on the East and West sides of the stadium. The offerings consist of typical stadium food, but newer offerings include healthier options such as Original Hummus with Pretzels, Red Pepper Hummus with Pretzels, Fresh Fruit Cup, Veggie Cup and Colby Jack Cheese Cubes and Cracker cups.
First Aid
First Aid is located near the concessions on the West side of the stadium, at the entrance to Section 105/106.
Lost and Found
Lost and found items are held in the Convocation Center Ticket Office, 734.487.2282.
Merchandise/Apparel
Merchandise is available for purchase at ShopEMU, located under the stands on the West side of the stadium. Adidas is the official outfitter of EMU Football.
Smoking
Smoking is ONLY PERMITTED outside the stadium.
Radio
Listen to the game on WEMU (89.1 FM).
Eastern Michigan Ticketing Frequently Asked Questions
When was the last time EMU increased ticket prices? The last ticket increase was in 2009 when a $1 surcharge was added. Before that EMU ticket prices have remained the same since 2001 (13 years).
How do EMU Ticket prices compare to the rest of the Mid-American Conference? EMU tickets are still one of the best values locally and nationally for viewing Division I college football. We still offer one of the most affordable prices in the Mid-American Conference even with the increase. We are also one of a few MAC schools to offered an discounted pre-sale option as well.
When was the last time EMU charged for parking? Eastern Michigan has charged in the past for parking at football games, last doing so in 2001. EMU students will have the option of riding the free shuttle that runs from campus to Rynearson Stadium on game day. Additionally, season ticket holders can signup for the Eagles Pride level ticket package to gain free access to the VIP lot.
What is new with my season ticket in 2014? For the 2014 season EMU Football season ticket holders will enjoy more than just the action on the field with a number of exclusive new benefits, including: Invitation to the Eagles Football Season Premiere Dinner, a one-time 20% off a purchase at ShopEMU, a special invitation to the 2014 Eagles Football team banquet, a special season ticket holder gift and two complimentary tickets to in-conference road game of choice, per season ticket purchased. Season-ticket holders also receive the first chance to purchase additional single-game tickets, tickets for road games and tickets for bowl games.
What else new can I expect to see in 2014? EMU football gamedays will be fun for the whole family in 2014 with the new family-fun zone located just outside the stadium and opening three hours prior to kickoff. Also, be sure to make it inside the Convocation Center two hours before kickoff for the new "Turn It Up, Turn it Green" Pep Rally featuring the EMU Marching Band, Swoop, the EMU Spirit Squads, EMU Football Team, Coaches and Special Guests! Promotional giveaways also return in 2014, including a postgame fireworks show and poster giveaway (Aug. 30), a EMU Football duffel bag giveaway (Oct. 11), a EMU Football fleece blanket giveaway (Oct. 25), an EMU license plate holder giveaway (Nov. 1) and a chance to participate in a $10,000 kick contest (Nov. 28).
