Mines Athletics Announces Homecoming Tailgate and Silent Auction
By: Patrick Murphy
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GOLDEN, Colo. – As part of the Mines@150 celebration taking place throughout the 2024 calendar year, Mines Athletics is proud to announce a new tailgating event that will be held prior to the Homecoming football game on September 28.
As part of the commemoration of Colorado School of Mines' 150th birthday, the event will be held in the Steinhauer Fieldhouse beginning at 11 a.m. leading up to the Orediggers' contest with Black Hills State at 1 p.m. Guests are encouraged to show their Mines spirit and rep their favorite game day outfit. With the purchase of a ticket, guests will be able to enjoy endless food and drink while enjoying live music, along with a silent auction benefiting Mines Athletics featuring can't-miss and high-profile items, as well as a bounce house, face painting, and more. This event is being held in lieu of the Harry D. Campbell Mines Hall of Fame and Auction, which has usually been held during homecoming weekend in previous years.
Tickets can be purchased in advance online, or in person on the day of the event. Parking will be available in the garage located at 14th and Maple streets.
Funds raised through the silent auction allow for continued competition at a championship level for all Mines coaches and student-athletes. Silent auction items will include one-of-a-kind Mines Athletics apparel, gift certificates, trips, golf outings, sports memorabilia and more. Registration fees may be tax-deductible and all proceeds will directly benefit Mines Athletics and our nearly 500 student-athletes.
If you would like to donate an item to be featured in the auction or have additional questions about the event, please contact Tiffany McCampbell at (303) 273-3588 or at tiffanymccampbell@mines.edu.
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