Well folks, this is it, this is the end Cowboy Joe will ride off into the sunset at the conclusion of this game. We owe Joe a lot for turning the program around and making us respectable again. (The train wreck of a season we’re currently in not withstanding.) Since Joe came to town for the 1997 season we have won 86 games, participated in 10 bowl games, and won 9 of the 11 bucket games. I think we can all agree that in spite of everything it’s been a great ride.
As I mentioned, the Boilers have won 9 of the last 11 bucket games, but unfortunately one of those losses was late year. That means I have but one request for Joe before he leaves: “Bring Us Our Bucket Back!” The team has shown one thing over the last couple of weeks, they still have some fight in them. They could have packed it in after the Homecoming game…..but they haven’t and we owe them all the encouragement we can give!
We’re going to get a special treat of a double dip on Saturday as well; the Boilermaker men’s basketball team tips against Coppin State at 6:00 on Saturday night. So following a rousing football victory, we’ll head back to Mackey to catch the basketball game.
We will plan on meeting in the W lot on Saturday morning. The W lot is indicated in green on the map below. For those of you parking in the IM lot it is only a 5 minute walk to the W lot, just think of us being on the way to the stadium! We have the large flagpole that extends to 20 feet, so hopefully you will be able to locate us easily. We will have the fire pit for warmth since it will be a cold, cold day. We’re going to use Java Logs which should provide the heat without that “campfire” smell.
Saturday November 22, 2008
8:00 a.m. Depart Fall House
8:15 a.m. Tailgate Begins
11:30 a.m. Depart for Stadium
12:00 p.m. Kick Off
3:30 p.m. Post Game Tailgate
5:30 p.m. Depart for Basketball Game
6:00 p.m. Tipoff
As I mentioned, the Boilers have won 9 of the last 11 bucket games, but unfortunately one of those losses was late year. That means I have but one request for Joe before he leaves: “Bring Us Our Bucket Back!” The team has shown one thing over the last couple of weeks, they still have some fight in them. They could have packed it in after the Homecoming game…..but they haven’t and we owe them all the encouragement we can give!
We’re going to get a special treat of a double dip on Saturday as well; the Boilermaker men’s basketball team tips against Coppin State at 6:00 on Saturday night. So following a rousing football victory, we’ll head back to Mackey to catch the basketball game.
We will plan on meeting in the W lot on Saturday morning. The W lot is indicated in green on the map below. For those of you parking in the IM lot it is only a 5 minute walk to the W lot, just think of us being on the way to the stadium! We have the large flagpole that extends to 20 feet, so hopefully you will be able to locate us easily. We will have the fire pit for warmth since it will be a cold, cold day. We’re going to use Java Logs which should provide the heat without that “campfire” smell.
Saturday November 22, 2008
8:00 a.m. Depart Fall House
8:15 a.m. Tailgate Begins
11:30 a.m. Depart for Stadium
12:00 p.m. Kick Off
3:30 p.m. Post Game Tailgate
5:30 p.m. Depart for Basketball Game
6:00 p.m. Tipoff
As always you are invited to come back by the tailgate post game.
Parking Map
Menu
Our menu for the bucket game is based in traditions. Each year we prepare ourselves for 60 minutes of rivalry with a hearty meal of Chili, Grilled Ham and Cheese, and the “spirit builder” of your choice!
This year in honor of Coach Tiller we will only be serving “Tiller” brewing products. (Sorry Greg, it’s really Miller.) Don’t despair though, as Leinenkuegel’s is a Miller product, so you won’t have to choke down the High Life…..unless you want to!
Fun Facts
67-36-6 – Purdue’s record against IU
9-2 – Joe Tiller’s record against IU
The coaches with the most wins for the two schools: Joe Tiller and Bill Mallory with 86 (0.554) and 69 (0.473) wins respectively
Our menu for the bucket game is based in traditions. Each year we prepare ourselves for 60 minutes of rivalry with a hearty meal of Chili, Grilled Ham and Cheese, and the “spirit builder” of your choice!
This year in honor of Coach Tiller we will only be serving “Tiller” brewing products. (Sorry Greg, it’s really Miller.) Don’t despair though, as Leinenkuegel’s is a Miller product, so you won’t have to choke down the High Life…..unless you want to!
Fun Facts
67-36-6 – Purdue’s record against IU
9-2 – Joe Tiller’s record against IU
The coaches with the most wins for the two schools: Joe Tiller and Bill Mallory with 86 (0.554) and 69 (0.473) wins respectively
