SPARTANBURG, SC -- USC Upstate athletics, in partnership with the Spartanburg Humane Society, will host a special "Pups on the Pitch" donation drive on Sunday, August 27 as the Spartans' women's soccer team hosts Furman in the 2023 regular season home opener at Spartanburg Regional Field at County University Soccer Stadium. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. with the match slated for 6:00 p.m. (ESPN+). In addition to the donation drive, fans will have the opportunity to visit with several adoptable dogs at the match!
Donations should be delivered to the Ingles Fan Services Tent on the concourse of County University Soccer Stadium. Each fan who donates will receive a coupon from Papa John's.
PLUS, Papa John's is also looking to crown our "Pet Superfan" for the opportunity to win Free Pizza for a Year *(pizza is for the owner, we have a more fitting gift for the pet).
To enter the contest, beginning Monday, August 21st:
1. Post a photo of your pet (not limited to dogs!) sporting their USC Upstate Spartan pride
2. Follow & Tag @UpstateWSoccer and @PapaJohns in your post
3. One lucky fan will be selected on Saturday, August 26th. Fan or pet does not have to present at Sunday's match to win.
The "Pups on the Pitch" donation drive for the Spartanburg Humane Society match begins a new year of the Spotlight on Spartanburg series presented by Budweiser of Spartanburg as USC Upstate athletics features the work of various non-profit organizations and individuals to make a difference in our community.
Admission is free thanks to our on-going partnership with Ingles.
Please make your donation for the Spartanburg Humane Society from the list of items below.
Donation item list:
Paper Towels
Canned Cat Food (Paté is best)
Cat Litter
Kitten Replacement Milk
Puppy Food
Newspapers
Towels
Plastic Shopping Bags
For more information, contact Phil George, Asst AD/Marketing and Fan Experience at PG14@uscupstate.edu.
*Free pizza for a year promotion includes a certificate for one complimentary large pizza per month for 12 months*
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