The Statesman

Don’t move the tailgate: an open letter to the Homecoming Committee

Eric Wagner • September 22, 2019

A common criticism of Stony Brook — from students, faculty and outside observers alike — is our lack of school spirit. We’re a prestigious school, academically ranked 91st in the country, with Division I sports teams.

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Homecoming 2015 Recap

Krysten Massa • October 23, 2015

Whether you missed this year's big game or had a blast cheering on the Seawolves, check out our Homecoming wrap-up video to relive the memories of Homecoming 2015.

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Loss to Towson cannot beat the Seawolves tailgating experience

Lei Takanashi • October 19, 2015

On Saturday, Oct. 17, the parking lot outside of Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium was transformed into Wolfstock Village, a massive tailgating event and tradition.

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“The Lot” brings sunlight to rainy opening game

Bethany Smith • September 14, 2015

Stony Brook spirit soared this Saturday at “The Lot.” “The Lot” is the newest, student-only addition to “Seawolves Town,” Stony Brook’s new tailgating experience.

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“Seawolves Town” will bring new tailgating experience to SBU

Kunal Kohli • August 29, 2015

The east side of LaValle Stadium’s parking lot will become “the prime tailgating location during Seawolves football game days,” according to a news release from Athletics.

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Fans enjoy tailgating tradition

Kayla Jimenez • October 7, 2013

Despite recent speculation regarding the possible cancellation of tailgate festivities for this season’s Homecoming game, Kenneth P. Lavalle stadium’s parking lot was filled with open trunks, the smell of barbeque, blasting tunes and Stony Brook red this past Saturday, Oct. 5.

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