I am writing to
encourage my University City neighbors to think about attending the Penn-Harvard
football game at Franklin Field tomorrow (Saturday, November 16). It
always amazes me that so many people live so close to Franklin Field and have
never been to a game there. They are great fun. Penn has been
playing Harvard and most of the other Ivy League teams for over 100 years.
There is great enthusiasm on the part of the students and alumni that cheer the
teams on. The Penn Band always puts on a good show. There is no
alcohol sold at the stadium, which has its advantages and disadvantages, but
does make it a great atmosphere for families and kids.
This game in
particular should be good. Penn and Harvard bring undefeated league
records into the game. The last two years, the game between these rivals
decided the Ivy League Championship and will again this year. Penn is
currently ranked 21st in the nation in Division 1-AA.
The game kicks off
at 12:30 AM. General Admission tickets are $10 and $5 for kids and
seniors. About the price of a movie. You can spend more if you want
fancier seats. If it is raining, everyone can hide under the upper
deck.
I am having a few
fans over to my house before the game for refreshments. Anyone who would
like to stop over and have a small group to go to the game with is
welcome. I will be receiving guests from 10 AM until about 11:30 AM.
We will walk over to Franklin Field at about 11:30 AM to allow plenty of time to
get tickets and get in before the kickoff.
Matt
Wolfe
4256 Regent
Square
(on 43rd Street
between Chester & Woodland)
215-387-7300