The Bears recent move to the Southern Conference two years ago means they are yet to establish any firm rivalries, but there may be a budding rivalry between Mercer And Wofford. Mercer’s head coach Bobby Lamb had several fierce battles with Wofford during his time at Furman, which could help spark an intense rivalry between these two teams. Make sure to be in attendance for the Mercer-Wofford game, so you don’t miss the start of what could be one of the best rivalries in the Southern Conference.

Mercer Bears Tailgate Guide

Atmosphere

Mercer may be one of the newest football programs in Division I, but that doesn’t mean you won’t have a fantastic time tailgating before a Bears game. The university has gone all out to create a fun tailgating surrounding game days and tailgating is allowed pretty much anywhere on campus. Everywhere you look you’ll see Bears fans tailgating before the game, so come out and set up the tent, grill, and cooler for a fun day of tailgating.

While at Mercer you can tailgate almost anywhere, there is no better place to tailgate than Cruz Plaza. Cruz Plaza is located at the center of campus and is where you’ll find the majority of students tailgating on Saturdays in the fall. If you want to get the full tailgating experience, then there is no better place to do so than Cruz Plaza.

Additionally, Bears fans won’t want to miss The Bear Walk before the game. The Bear Walk is a must-see for any Mercer fan and gives you a fantastic opportunity to see your favorite players up close. There is no better way to get into the Mercer game day spirit than by attending The Bear Walk, so make sure to check it out before the game.

Mercer is home to an emerging football program and tailgating scene making it an incredible place to take in a game, so come on out and tailgate with die hard Bears fans this season.

Traditions

Bear Statue

Snap a picture with the bronze bear statue outside of Five Star Stadium. The statue presents an excellent photo op and is a must-see for any Bears fan, so don’t miss it during your trip to Mercer.

The Bear Walk

The Bear Walk is one of the best parts of tailgating before a Mercer football game. It gives fans a fantastic opportunity to see their favorite players up close and provide them with some last minute inspiration, making it a can’t miss.

Where to tailgate

Cruz Plaza

Cruz Plaza in the center of the Mercer University campus is one of the best places to tailgate on game days. On the plaza, you’ll find a lively atmosphere filled with plenty of students making it a great place to tailgate before the game.

General Tailgate Areas

If you’re looking to show up and tailgate without reserving a spot, then the general tailgate areas are just the thing for you. Unless marked as reserved, the grassy spots around campus are open to general tailgating. Just make sure to get to campus early on game days to find a spot, some of the best general tailgating areas including Black Field and Owens Garden.

Reserved Tailgate Areas

Those of you bringing a large group, or those who want to know exactly where you’re pregaming, will want to reserve a tailgate spot. On game days, you can rent tents and other amenities through the Mercer Alumni Association, so no matter what you need for your tailgate party you’ll be all set.

Mercer Bears Stadium Guide

In Game

Mercer revived its football team just a few years ago, and fans are coming out of hibernation in droves to support their school. On game days, you’ll find Five Star Stadium packed full of Bears fans dressed in black and orange. Football is a big part of the culture in Georgia, and it’s no different at Mercer creating a fun and festive game day atmosphere.

The fans aren’t’ the only ones that make attending a Mercer football time an enjoyable experience. The marching band and spirit squads are also a big part of a Bears gameday. The marching band creates a great atmosphere with their tunes throughout the game, and no football or marching band fan will want to miss their pregame and halftime performances. Additionally, the spirit squad is also fantastic and features a cheer team, dance squad, and lovable bear mascot named Toby.

College football fans will love taking in a Bears game and growing the traditions that go along with Mercer football. Take advantage of the opportunity to watch the program blossom by getting your tickets to a Mercer football game today.

Things to check out

Marching Band

Enjoy the performance of the Mercer University Marching Band when taking in a Bears football game. The band creates a fun atmosphere at the game and puts on a great halftime and pregame show.

Cheerleaders

Join in the cheers and chants lead by the cheerleaders at the game. The cheer squad does a fantastic time of pumping up the crowd at key times making them a fun part of any Bears game.

Dance Team

The Mercer Dance Team puts on an incredible show at Bears game. You won’t want to miss these talented dancers, so don’t leave your seat when the dance team takes the field.

Toby

Keep an eye out for the Bears beloved mascot Toby. Toby gets into all kinds of shenanigans and games and is adored by fans young and old making him a must-see when attending a game at Five Star Stadium.

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