There is no shortage of Preds fans on Lipscomb’s campus, and Nashville Predators’ Taco Bell College Night has made it possible for them to visit Smashville for games at a decent price.
Engineering student and hockey enthusiast David Wedekind is one who relishes the opportunity of the reduced-price tickets for college students.
”I enjoy Predators College Night because it is so nice to get together with your college buddies and take a break from school and head downtown to watch the Predators play some hockey,” Wedekind said.
Wedekind has been at every College Night this season.
“Being on a college budget can sometimes be hard to go to a lot of the games throughout the season, but with College Night, it is affordable for students, and you get to see some great match ups,” Wedekind said.
Of course, he’s not alone among the hockey faithful at the university who head to Bridgestone Arena for College Night.
Every Thursday home game, college students can receive tickets for as low as $15 (with a college ID) to watch the team that right now is ranked fourth in the Western Conference.
College Night features upper level tickets for $15 and lower level tickets for $30.
Lipscomb junior Michael Fox says that even for the experienced fan, there’s a lot to desire about College Night.
“I’m originally from Nashville, and I’ve been to many Preds games, both College Nights and regular nights, and College Nights are one of the best for the price,” Fox said. “And, you can’t argue it is also one of the best date options in town.”
With only four College Nights remaining for this Predators season, Fox encourages students to enjoy the experience while they can.
“College Nights are guaranteed fun,” he said. “A hockey game is an experience that you will always want to go back to, and you cannot beat the College Night price at all.
“Take advantage of it and grab some tickets.”
To purchase tickets to College Night, visit the box office at the arena at 501 Broadway with proof of a student ID or contact your Lipscomb student ambassador Alex Casey at 432-618-7237.
Listed below are the dates of the remaining College Nights:
Thursday, March 21 vs. Calgary Flames, 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 28 vs. Phoenix Coyotes, 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 4 vs. Columbus Blue Jackets, 7 p.m.
Friday, April 12 vs. Dallas Stars, 7 p.m.