The Sgt. York Trophy is awarded to the winner of the four-way rivalry between, Austin Peay, Tennessee State, Tennessee Tech, and UT Martin. There is more than just a win in the standing on the line when these Tennessee-based Ohio Valley Conference teams meet, so don’t miss it when the Governors take on one of their Tennessee-based rivals.

Battle of the Border

Rival Team: Murray State Racers

The rivalry on the gridiron between the Governors and Racers began in 1953 and recently became part of the Battle of the Border rivalry between the two schools. No matter what the sport there are always a lot of bragging rights on the line when Austin Peay and Murray State square off, so don’t miss it when the Racers come to town.

Austin Peay Governors Tailgate Guide

Atmosphere

Austin Peay does an excellent job of providing a fun tailgating experience on game days, so if you love to tailgate, then you’ll have a great time here in Clarksville. Not only does Austin Peay offer open tailgating all throughout campus they also put together Tailgate Alley, which is home to just about anything you could want in a college football tailgate experience.

Tailgate Alley features a kids zone, concerts, and food trucks providing you with everything you need to have fun before the game. Whether you’re looking to party and listen to live music or just want to grab a bite to eat, there is something at Tailgate Alley for everyone making it a fantastic place to hang out before the game.

Additionally, Tailgate Alley is home to a team walk before the game as well ensuring that you’ll enjoy plenty of pageantry before the game. The team walk is an excellent way to kick off your game day and is a fun way to get into the Austin Peay spirit as well.

Tailgating at Austin Peay offers just about everything you could want from a small school tailgating experience, so arrive early and enjoy all the pregame festivities here Clarksville has to offer.

Traditions

Team Walk

The team walk takes place at Tailgate Alley two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff and is your chance to greet the Governors as they make their way to the stadium. It’s the perfect way to get into the Austin Peay game day spirit making the team walk a can’t-miss part of the pregame festivities.

Kids Zone

If you’re taking the kids to the game, then make sure to stop by the Kids Zone in Tailgate Alley. The Kids Zone features inflatables and other kids activities making it a great place to spend some family time before the game.

Concerts

Tailgate Alley will be home to several concerts featuring local acts throughout the season. The concerts are a fun way to spend some time before the game, so make sure to check them out.

Where to tailgate

Tailgate Alley

Tailgate Alley is the hub of tailgating at Austin Peay, so if you have the opportunity reserve a spot in Tailgate Alley. Here you’ll be at the center of the action and get to tailgate alongside some of the most die-hard tailgaters at Governors games making Tailgate Alley the premier tailgate destination.

All Parking Lots and Green Areas

One of the great things about tailgating at Austin Peay is that you can tailgate in any parking lot or grassy area on campus. There is plenty of space to tailgate here at Austin Peay, so arrive early and join in the action.

Austin Peay Governors Stadium Guide

In Game

Austin Peay is home to a fun small school football experience that any FCS football fan will enjoy. The people of Clarksville come out in good numbers to support their local team, and you’ll typically find the stands at Fortera Stadium packed with fans dressed in red and white. Austin Peay’s stadium may not be the biggest in the game, but its quaint size puts you and your fellow fans right on top of the action creating an excellent atmosphere.

No group of fans does a better job of supporting the Governors than the PeayNuts. The PeayNuts is the name of the student section at Austin Peay, and all throughout the game, they’ll make a lot of noise to help the Governors bring home the W.

The PeayNuts aren’t the only ones who make a lot of noise at Governors games. The Governors Own Marching Band does a great job of setting the tone with their tunes during the game. All throughout the game you’ll be serenaded by the sounds of the GOMB, so enjoy the atmosphere they create inside Fortera Stadium.

Austin Peay is home to a fantastic atmosphere, so enjoy your trip to Clarksville for some FCS football.

Things to check out

Blake Jenkins Plaza and Hendricks Fox Walk of Fame

Make sure to check out the Blake Jenkins Plaza and the Hendricks Fox Walk of Fame during your visit to Fortera Stadium. The Hendricks Fox Walk of Fame honors all of the players in Governors football history and features each player's name. If you or a loved one played for Austin Peay, look for their name on the Hendricks Fox Walk of Fame.

Governors Own Marching Band

The Governors Own Marching Band puts on a fantastic show at every Austin Peay football game. The band creates an amazing atmosphere, and their pregame and halftime shows are must-see parts of any game.

PeayNuts

The PeayNuts are the official Austin student section, and some of the loudest and wildest fans at Governors games. If you want to be a the heart of the action, then get tickets near the PeayNuts.

Cheerleaders

The Austin Peay cheerleaders pump up the crowd with their cheers and chants. Join in and help give the Governors an incredible home field advantage.

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