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EDUCATOR APPRECIATION GOLDEN HAMMER FOOTBALL GAME

Honoree Information

We look forward to celebrating with you and making this event a memorable experience. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us at firstlady@purdue.edu

This event is brought to you through the support of Purdue Athletics, College of Education, College of Health & Human Sciences, Office of Engagement, and the First Lady of Purdue

Thank you for all that you do for the youth of our community.

  • Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    • 10:15 AM – Programming starts
  • Location: The Spurgeon Club within Mackey Arena 900 John R Wooden Dr, West Lafayette, IN 47907
    • There is direct access to the Spurgeon Club on the Northwestern Avenue side of Mackey Arena.
    • Enter through the door just before the East Entrance of Mackey. 
  • Details:  Join us for a tailgate brunch to connect with fellow educators. Remarks from the College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences and the First Lady of Purdue, Kei Hui. 

Ticket Information

  • Your tickets will be transferred to you by the Purdue Athletics Ticket Office by no later than Friday, August 15, 2025.
  • Your tickets will be transferred to the ticket account associated with the email address you requested your tickets with.
    • If you already have a ticket account associated with that email address, you will be prompted to sign into your account.
    • If you do not have a Purdue Ticket Account associated with that email address you will be prompted to create an account.
    • You will receive an email from “no_reply@purduesports.paclive.com” when the tickets have been transferred to you!  
    • Once you accept the ticket transfer, please download your digital tickets to your phone’s wallet.
    • If you need help you can view our digital ticket instructions here or you can call the Haye’s Family Athletics Ticket Office at 764-494-3194 during normal business hours. 
  • Time: 9:00 AM – Kickoff
  • Location:  Sally & Bob Weist Plaza, between Mackey Arena and Holloway Gymnasium 
  • Details: Visit the Boilermaker Crossing to enjoy interactive activities, giveaways, and more. Click here for more information
  • Your recognition will be pre-recorded and shown during the game.
  • A Purdue staff member will escort the Honorees from the tailgate at the Spurgeon Club to the on-field recognition. We will arrive at The Archway entrance by 11:15 AM.
    • If you do not attend the tailgate, we request only the Honorees meet us at The Archway no later than 11:15 AM.
    • See the map linked here for walking directions. At The Archway, you’ll notice train tracks painted on the ground and a staff member with a Golden Hammer sign. These are two helpful visuals to guide you to the correct spot.
  • Your family can enter through the normal gate entrance and meet you at your seats. 
  • Parking:  Please note that parking is not included. You will need to arrange your parking independently.
  • Social Media: Hashtag:  #GoldenHammer 
    • We encourage you to share your experience on social media using our official hashtag.  
  • Please familiarize yourself with game day information here.