Home Football Games/Tailgating - Central Michigan University Athletics

HOME FOOTBALL GAMES/TAILGATING

Student involvement is central to establishing and maintaining Chippewa football traditions, which are a foundation of campus culture and game day atmosphere.

Football games at Kramer/Deromedi Field at Kelly/Shorts Stadium are more than just a sporting event; on game days, the stadium becomes the focal point of campus activity, drawing in the greater Mount Pleasant community.

Tailgating energizes home games turning parking lots into lively maroon-and-gold scenes filled with food, drinks, music, and games. University groups host tailgate parties north of the stadium. Students gather on the south end, next to Kelly/Shorts’ massive state-of-the-art video scoreboard.

Game days provide nonstop excitement. The Chippewas compete on the field named after legendary coaches Roy Kramer and Herb Deromedi. Beside the rowdy student section in the east stands, the Chippewa Marching Band keeps the energy high.

A cherished tradition occurs after a victory at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, when team members join the band for a post-game celebration and lead the fight song, The Fighting Chippewa.

After a home win, CMU players celebrate with the band, leading the school fight song, The Fighting Chippewa, symbolizing unity and celebration.