Mountain West Outdoor Track and Field Championships at AFA - May 9-12 - The Mountain West Conference's best teams and athletes will be competing for the Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the Air Force Academy on May 9th - 12th at the brand new track and field facility just north of the Holiday Athletic Center.  Air Force will look to sweep team championship honors for 2012 following their indoor title in February.  Tickets are available for only $10 for adults and $5 for youth by contacting the AFA ticket office at 719-472-1895.

Baseball vs. MWC Leader TCU - May 11th - 13th - The Falcon baseball team will return from the road with a big home series this week against Mountain West Conference leader TCU starting on Friday, May 11th @ 3 pm.  Saturday's game is set for 1 pm and the finale will be on Sunday, May 13th @ 11 am.  Admission is free.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - The Mountain West announced today that San Jose State University and Utah State University have accepted invitations to join the Conference, effective with the 2013-14 academic year. The addition of San Jose State University and Utah State University on July 1, 2013 will bring the full-time membership of the Mountain West to nine institutions and 10 football-playing members.

"We are pleased to announce the addition of San Jose State University and Utah State University to the ranks of the Mountain West," said Mountain West Commissioner Craig Thompson. "As we have developed the strategy for the future of the Conference, the long-standing rivalries with our current members and the fit within our geographic footprint made these two institutions the optimal choices to strengthen our membership and position ourselves for the next steps."

Those next steps include continued consideration of a future association between Conference USA and the Mountain West. The two leagues have synchronized their new membership decisions and are still determining what form the alliance will take.

"Joining the Mountain West in 2013 is an exciting opportunity for San Jose State University's student-athletes, coaches and our many supporters," SJSU President Mohammad Qayoumi said. "I want to thank everyone who worked hard to make this happen. The Mountain West and San Jose State are a great match. We are not joining this conference to simply compete. We are joining to win, and to build upon our current record of success reflecting San Jose State's role as a leader in the classroom, research and athletics."

"This is an exciting moment for Utah State University as the decision renews historic rivalries and places us in a conference that is a model of athletic and academic success," said USU president Stan Albrecht. "We are proud to join with this group of high-quality institutions as we continue our very positive upward trajectory. This is a great day for Utah State athletics and for the university as a whole."

"On behalf of the Mountain West Board of Directors, I would like to welcome these two wonderful institutions to the Conference," said UNLV President and MW Board Chair Neal Smatresk. "They clearly enhance the rivalries within the league and strengthen the fabric of our membership. We look forward to having San Jose State and Utah State join us for what promises to be a successful future."

About San Jose State
Founded in 1857 and with an enrollment of 28,002, San Jose State is the oldest public institution of higher education in the state of California. Ranked in the top 15 master's-level public universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report, SJSU is also the number one supplier of education, engineering, computer science and business graduates to Silicon Valley, the world's high tech capital. San Jose provides the sixth-largest media market in the country and is conveniently located midway between San Francisco and Monterey/Carmel.

San Jose State competes in 16 varsity sports and will be adding a 17th with women's outdoor track in 2013-14. The Spartans have won 10 NCAA Division I team championships and 50 NCAA Division I individual titles. San Jose State has a winning record in its postseason football history including its most recent bowl victory in the 2006 New Mexico Bowl. Thus far in 2011-12, the Spartans won conference championships in women's swimming and diving, women's golf and men's golf. San Jose State athletes have won seven gold, six silver and six bronze medals in Olympic Games competition.

About Utah State
Utah State, a university with an enrollment of 25,767, was founded in 1888 in Logan, Utah. Identified as the No. 1 public university in the West, and among the top five nationally, on Forbes' list of America's Best College Buys, USU's undergraduate research program is the second oldest in the country after MIT.

Utah State sponsors 16 varsity sports. The Aggies men's basketball program is one of just five schools nationally to record 13 straight 21 wins seasons and has advanced to 13 straight postseasons (8-NCAA, 4-NIT, 1-CIT), which is tied for the 11th-longest active streak in the nation. USU's women's basketball team has advanced to postseason play in each of the last two years, participating in the Women's National Invitational Tournament, while its women's soccer program advanced to its first-ever NCAA Tournament in 2012. Utah State's football team finished the 2012 season in second place in the WAC and played in its first bowl game since 1997 in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.

Help bring ESPN's College GameDay to the Air Force Academy to shoot a 2012 College GameDay commercial.  For the first time ever, College GameDay will film a commercial this summer on a campus selected by fans.  The school with the most votes by May 10th wins. Vote daily at www.gamedayvote.com

AIR FORCE TRACK HOSTS FRONT RANGE INVITATIONAL ON FRIDAY - The Falcon men's and women's team will be back in action at the Cadet Outdoor Track and Field Complex for a big event this Friday, May 4th.  Air Force will welcome in area teams Colorado, Colorado State, New Mexico, Northern Colorado and Wyoming for a day of competition starting at 11 am and ending at approximately 3pm.  The invitational will feature a full schedule of events and will complete regular season competition for the Falcons before heading into the Mountain West Championships.  Admission is only $5 and can be purchased at the gate.

Mountain West Outdoor Track and Field Championships at AFA - May 9-12 - The Mountain West Conference's best teams and athletes will be competing for the Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the Air Force Academy on May 9th - 12th at the brand new track and field facility just north of the Holiday Athletic Center.  Air Force will look to sweep team championship honors for 2012 following their indoor title in February.  Tickets are available for only $10 for adults and $5 for youth by contacting the AFA ticket office at 719-472-1895.

Football Season Tickets Now on Sale  - Air Force football season tickets for 2012 are on sale now.  Packages start at just $70 and family four packs are even more affordable starting at $230 for four tickets.  Fans may purchase or renew their season tickets online at goairforcefalcons.com, by calling the ticket office at 800-666-USAF or by visiting the athletic ticket office in the Falcon Athletic Center.  Season ticket holders that renew by June 1 can take advantage of a 10 percent discount off of 2012 prices.  Additional savings are available if you renew online, including free delivery and receive $15 off your entire on-line order.  In addition, you may take advantage of payment plans.  Visit the ticket page on goairforcefalcons.com today!

Women's tennis closes out regular season with two home matches -- Air Force women's tennis looks to wrap up a stellar regular season with a pair of conference victories this weekend to finish above .500 in league play.  The Falcons currently sit at 2-3 in the Mountain West just behind Wyoming which sets up a huge match at the Cadet Gymnasium on Saturday when the Cowgirls head down I-25 for a 2 pm showdown at the Academy.  Air Force also boasts the second best overall record among conference teams at 16-6.  Preceding the Wyoming match is a late Friday afternoon contest with Colorado State at 4 pm.  Admission is free and all fans are encouraged to come out, provide some energy and help the Falcons end the regular season on a high note. 

Baseball vs. Regis - April 17th - The Falcons will host Regis today @ 3 pm in a previously unscheduled make up game from an earlier rain delay.  Admission is free.

Women's Tennis vs. CSU and Wyoming - April 20th and 21st  - Air Force women's tennis will be in action at the Cadet Gymnasium this Friday and Saturday for two conference matches to close out their regular season campaign.  The Falcons welcome front range rivals CSU on Friday and Wyoming on Saturday.  Start times are set for 4 pm, Friday and 2pm on Saturday.  Admission is free.

Men's Tennis vs. Colorado College - April 22nd  - Colorado College will head uptown this Sunday for a mid morning match with Air Force at the Cadet Gymnasium.  Play will begin at 10 am.  Admission is free.

THE NCBA CHAMPIONSHIPS COME TO THE ACADEMY THIS WEEK
Air Force boxing enters this week's national championships on the heels of the program's 32nd NCBA Regional Title.  The Falcons dominated the regional bouts by claiming 10 of 12 weight class titles.  Senior Tyrus Korecki was named the Outstanding Boxer after winning the 156-pound championship.  Four AFA fighters won their regional titles before the final bell sounded, after forcing the referee to stop their contests early. 

The Falcons will turn around this week to host the nation's best boxers this week at Clune Arena for the NCBA National Championships.  The tournament will run from April 5th through the 7th.  Tickets are available by contacting the AFA ticket office at 719-472-1895 or clicking here.  Price for admission is only $10 per day and $20 for an all session pass good for all three rounds.  Premium seating is available center ring for $15 a day and $30 all session. Thursday and Friday bouts will run from 4 pm to 8 pm and the finals will be held on Saturday from 2-5 pm.

For the complete story on the Falcons Regional Championship, click here.

Big Week of Baseball at the Academy - April 3rd - 7th - Air Force baseball prepares for another long home stand this week starting this Thursday, April 5th as they host New Mexico @ 3pm.  The game with mark the beginning of a three game set with the Lobos.  Game two is scheduled for Friday, April 6th @ 3 pm and the finale will be at noon on Saturday.  Admission is free.  Click here to read more about the AFA baseball team.

Track Opens up Outdoor Season at Home - April 5th - 7th - Outdoor competition for the Air Force Track and Field teams begins this week at the newly renovated track stadium North of the Holiday Athletic Center.  Events start early on Thursday, April 5th @ 11 am and will run all day.  Competition on Friday will also start at 11 am.  The Air Force Relays, a one day event will begin at 10 am on Saturday and continue all day.  Admission is free.  Click here for past performances from the AFA track and field team.

Women's Tennis Doubleheader - April 7th - The Air Force women's tennis team looks to continue it's recent success with a big conference matchup at the Cadet Gym this Saturday.  The Falcons have quietly won 7 out of their last 8 matches and sit at 13-4 on the season.  The Falcons will host San Diego State @ 10 am to start things off followed by UNLV @ 2 pm.  Admission is free.

Men's Gymnastics Welcome in MPSF Championships - April 7th - Fresh off of it's third National Championship in as many years, the Falcon men's gymnastics team will host the MPSF Championships at the Cadet Gymnasium West Gym this Saturday, April 7th @ 5 pm.  Click here for more information on the men's gymnastics team.  Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for youth.

Men's Lacrosse vs. Bellarmine - April 8th - The Falcons men's lacrosse team looks to build on consecutive wins with a successful outcome this Sunday, April 8th at Falcon Stadium against Bellarmine.  Admission is free, game time is at noon.

The National Championship Boxing Tournament is Coming to the Air Force Academy - The Nation's best boxers will descend on the Air Force Academy April 5th through the 7th to compete for the national championship in a full range of weight classes.  Tickets are available by contacting the AFA ticket office at 719-472-1895 or clicking here.  Prices for admission are only $10 per day and $20 for an all session pass good for all three rounds.  Premium seating is available center ring for $15 a day and $30 all session.  Kids 10 and under are free.  Thursday and Friday bouts will run from 4pm - 8pm and the finals will be held on Saturday from 2-5 pm.

Baseball Home Opening Series vs. UNLV - March 23rd - 25th - Sunshine and warm temperatures in the 70's are in the forecast this weekend a perfect time to catch some baseball at the Academy.  The Falcons open up their home schedule starting on Friday vs. UNLV @ 3 pm.  Game two is set for Saturday at 1 pm and the series finale will be at high noon Sunday.  Admission is free.

Men's Lacrosse vs. #11 Denver - March 24th - Air Force men's lacrosse has a big home game against front range rival and national power Denver this Saturday, March 24th at Falcon Stadium.  Game time is 1 pm and admission is free.

Men's Tennis vs. San Diego State - March 25th - The Falcon men's tennis team will be back in action this Sunday for an afternoon match against MWC foe San Diego State @ 12 pm.  Competition will be held at the Cadet Gymnasium.  Admission is free.

Men's Tennis vs. South Dakota State and Saint Louis - March 14th and 15th- The Falcon men's tennis team will be hosting a pair of matches this week at the Cadet Gymnasium.  Admission is free to both contests.  Air Force will welcome in South Dakota State on Wednesday, March 14th @ 4 pm and then wrap up this week's play against Saint Louis on Thursday, March 15th @ 4 pm.

Hockey vs. Mercyhurst - AHA Final Four - March 16th    Air Force hockey travels to Rochester, NY this weekend to battle for an automatic berth to the NCAA tournament.  The Falcons are scheduled to face 4th seeded Mercyhurst on Friday, March 16th during the first game of the semis at 4:05 pm.  Tickets are available for this weekend's games at the Blue Cross Arena Box Office or ticketmaster.com.  The two-day, three-game pass is $32 for adults and $22 for students, and $10 for children under 12, single-day passes are $18, $12 and $6.25 based on seating areas.  No. 2 seed Niagara will play 3rd seeded RIT in the nightcap on Friday at 7:35 pm.

Coach Calhoun - Grand Marshall in the Colorado Springs St. Patrick's Day Parade - Coach Calhoun will lead the festivities downtown this Saturday during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Tejon St.  The parade will begin at St. Vrain and Tejon at noon this Saturday and continue South down Tejon to Vermijo.  Festivities will include marching bands, floats, classic cars, bagpipers and lots of leprechauns!  For  tickets to the grandstand seating, calll 719-635-8803.  Tickets include seating near the parade announcer, snacks, drinks and Irish baubles.

The National Championship Boxing Tournament is Coming to the Air Force Academy - The Nation's best boxers will descend on the Air Force Academy April 5th through the 7th to compete for the national championship in a full range of weight classes.  Tickets are available by contacting the AFA ticket office at 719-472-1895.  Prices for admission are only $10 per day and $20 for an all session pass good for all three rounds.  Premium seating is available center ring for $15 a day and $30 all session.  Kids 10 and under are free.  Thursday and Friday bouts will run from 4pm - 8pm and the finals will be held on Saturday from 2-5 pm.

Women's Basketball vs. New Mexico - February 29th - Air Force Women's Basketball invites fans out to the last home game of the season to honor Senior Guard Jamela Satterfield during Senior Night at Clune Arena.  Tipoff is scheduled for 7 pm.  Fans can take advantage of great ticket discounts and deals at concessions during a 3,2,1 promotion that offers $3 tickets, $2 hot dogs and $1 soda.  It's also Heroes Night which means all military personnel and up to three guests will be admitted for free with a valid ID.

Boxing Wing Open Championship - March 1st   The Wing Open Finals will be held this Thursday at 7pm.  The boxing showcase will feature 14 of the Academy's best fighters under the lights at Clune Arena on March 1st.  Admission is free and voluntary donations will be accepted to benefit the Special Ops Wounded Warrior Fund.

Men's and Women's Gymnastics - March 2nd  The Falcon gymnastics squads will be in action this Friday at the Cadet Gymnasium West Gym for a doubleheader starting at 6pm.  The men will take on Illinois-Chicago and the women's team will be competing against Seattle Pacific.  Admission is free.

Men's Tennis vs. UNLV - March 3rd - The men's tennis team welcomes in UNLV for a Saturday morning match at the Cadet Gymnasium Indoor Tennis courts.  Play will start at 10 am.  Admission is free.

Men's Lacrosse Home Opener - March 3rd - The Falcons will open up their 2012 home slate with a showdown this Saturday against East Coast foe Quinnipiac at Falcon Stadium  Game time is set for 11 am.  Admission is free.

Men's Basketball vs. Colorado State - March 3rd - Fan Appreciation Day at Clune Arena - $5 tickets in all upper level sections.  Subject to availability.  The first 300 fans will receive a free AFA snap hat at the gate.  To purchase your tickets click here or contact the AFA ticket office at 472-1895.  Tip off is scheduled for 2pm.

MEN'S BASKETBALL WELCOMES #13 AZTECS TO CLUNE ARENA ON SATURDAY  
Air Force men's basketball faces a pair of tough tasks in the week ahead.  First on the docket is a road trip to Laramie tomorrow night to face the fourth place Cowboys at 6 pm.  The game will be televised on The Mtn. and for those that can't get to  a TV Jim Arthur will have the call on AM 740 KVOR.  The Falcons will finish the week with another of the MWC's elite as #13 San Diego State comes to town for a Saturday matinee at 2 pm.  Tickets for the SDSU game are still available by clicking here.  The first 500 fans in attendance will also receive a free AFA mini-driveway basketball at the gate.

Wing Open Quarterfinals - February 15th - Catch second round action in the annual Wing Open tomorrow night from the Cadet Gymnasium Boxing Room.  The long journey continues for contenders hoping to make the Open finals on March 1st.  Bouts will begin @ 4:30 - winners advance to fight another day.  Admission is free.

3,2,1 Night at Women's Basketball - February 15th    Fans are invited out to Clune Arena tomorrow night to take advantage of great discounts at the box office and concession stand.  The Falcons will host front range rival Wyoming at 7 pm and tickets are available for only $3.  The savings will continue inside the Arena with $2 hot dogs and $1 sodas throughout the entire game!  All fans will also receive a free AFA stocking cap courtesy of Pepsi at the gate while supplies last.  Tickets will be available on game night at the Clune Arena box office.

Hockey vs. Mercyhurst - Home Season Finale - February 17th and 18th -
The first place Air Force hockey team will look to stay on a roll when AHA rival Mercyhurst visits the Cadet Ice Arena for an important conference matchup this Friday and Saturday.  The Falcons have been hot for the past month going on a 5-0-3 streak since the Army Series in mid-January.  The run has boosted them atop league standings with just two weeks remaining.  Mercyhurst currently sits in third place two points off pace behind Air Force.  Tickets for this Friday and Saturday are still available but expect to go fast.  Saturday's game is down to standing room only which will go on sale one hour prior to game time at 6 pm.    It's Youth Night at the Cadet Ice Arena both dates which means all youth attending the game wearing their hockey jersey will receive $3 admission.  To reserve your seats today click here.

Women's Gymnastics vs. UC Davis - February 18th  - After spending the first five weeks of the season on the road the Air Force women's gymnastics team finally opens their home schedule over the weekend.  The Falcons will host UC Davis at 2 pm., on Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Cadet West Gym.  Admission is free.

Wing Open First Round - February 9th - Catch first round action in the annual Wing Open this Thursday from the Cadet Gymnasium Boxing Room.  The long journey begins for contenders hoping to make the Open finals on March 1st.  Bouts will begin @ 4:30 - winners advance to fight another day.  Admission is free.

Track Air Force Invitational - February 10th    The Air Force Track Indoor Invite will be held this Friday, February 10th at the Cadet Field House indoor track.  Admission is free.

Men's and Women's Swimming - February 10th  -
The men's and women's swimming team hosts Utah for a doubleheader on Friday afternoon starting at 4 pm.  All competition will be held in the Cadet Gymnasium Natatorium.  Admission is free.

Full Weekend for Men's Tennis - February 11th and 12th  - The Air Force men's tennis team will be busy this weekend with a pair of matches on Saturday and Sunday.  The weekend will start off with a match at the Cadet Gymnasium vs. Portland State @ 10 am.  The finale will be held on Sunday when the Falcons matchup against Northern Arizona @ 10 am.  Admission is free.

Men's Basketball vs. Boise State - February 11th - Air Force men's basketball returns home this Saturday to face conference newcomer Boise State @ 7 pm.  The Falcons will welcome back former players and managers for alumni night at Clune Arena and two of the programs all-time greats, Bob Beckel and Cliff Parsons will be honored at halftime during a special banner raising ceremony.  Tickets are still available for the game.  To reserve your seats, click here or contact the AFA ticket office at 472-1895.

Air Force Academy radio broadcaster and longtime News First 5/30 Sports Director Lee Douglas, 57, passed away Feb. 4, 2012 in his hometown of Pueblo, Colo. Douglas teamed with Jim Arthur of KVOR AM 740 to broadcast Air Force football. The pair was together since 2004. In addition, Douglas was the host of the Air Force football television coaches show with Ken Hatfield and Fisher DeBerry in the 1980s. For more information on his services, please see the link below.

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YOUTH NIGHT AT AIR FORCE VS. #12 UNLV SHOWDOWN THIS SATURDAY  

The Falcon men's team looks to get back into the win column against TCU tomorrow night after a hard fought road loss at San Diego State over the weekend.  Following the road trip to Fort Worth, Air Force will return home to host another one of the nation's premier teams as 12th ranked UNLV heads to town for a Saturday night battle at Clune Arena.  Tipoff is set for 7 pm.  The atmosphere in the Cadet Field House promises to be lively as everyone's favorite mascot "The Bird" will be celebrating his birthday with the help of his mascot buddies.  Festivities will include the first ever Mascot Olympics and a special free giveaway for the first 700 kids in attendance.  All early arriving youth will receive a free AFA basketball replica jersey at the gate.  As part of Youth Night all kids aged 15 and under will also receive $5 admission to the game with purchase of an adult ticket.  For more information or to reserve your seats click here or contact the Air Force ticket office at 472-1895.

WOMEN'S HOOPS SHOOTS FOR SECOND STRAIGHT PACK THE HOUSE CHALLENGE TITLE

The Air Force women's basketball team will be in action this Wednesday at Clune Arena for a big game against TCU @ 7 pm.  The Falcons would like to invite fans out for the annual Pack the House Challenge, an NCAA initiative to help schools around the country break attendance records at their respective home courts.  Last season the women's team set a single game attendance record and won the conference portion of the challenge for the first time in school history.  The Falcons look to repeat last year's event with an even bigger turnout this season.  Fans attending the game can take advantage of a special 1,2,3 ticket and concession discount with sodas available for only a buck, hot dogs $2 and tickets for only $3!  Tickets will be available at the Clune Arena box office on game night, we hope to see you there. 

Coach Reynolds Radio Show - January 26th - Stop by Back East Bar and Grill after work this Thursday for the Coach Reynolds Radio Show live at 6:30pm.  Catch up with Coach on everything that has been going on with Falcon men's basketball and enjoy some great food and drink specials during Back East's extended happy hour. 

Women's Basketball vs. TCU - January 25th   - Help support the women's basketball program as they aim to capture their second straight Pack the House Challenge.  Winners receive cash prizes from the NCAA to help with funding.  Fans attending the game will be eligible for a great deal at the ticket window and concession stand.  Sodas will be available for only $1, hot dogs are $2 and tickets are $3!  Tickets can be picked up tomorrow night at the Clune Arena box office.

Men's and Women's Swimming - Falcon Invitational - January 27th and 28th  -
The men's and women's swimming and diving teams will be in competition this Friday and Saturday from the Cadet Gymnasium Natatorium.  Meet time is scheduled for 12 pm on Friday and 9 am on Saturday.  Admission is free for both events.

Track and Field  - January 27th and 28th  - Air Force Track and Field will be hosting two events this weekend starting with the Indoor Combined Meet at the Cadet Field House on Friday @ 1 pm.  The team will be back at it on Saturday morning for the Air Force Team Challenge @ 9 am.  Admission is free to both events.

Men's Basketball vs. #12 UNLV - January 28th - Help pack into Clune Arena as the Falcons host their first ranked opponent of the season.  It's Youth Night which means all tickets for kids age 15 and under will be available for only $5 with the purchase of an adult ticket.  The first 700 youth in attendance will also receive a free AFA replica basketball jersey at the gate.  Click here for tickets.

Coach Reynolds Radio Show - January 19th - Stop by Back East Bar and Grill after work this Thursday for the Coach Reynolds Radio Show live at 6:30pm.  Catch up with Coach on everything that has been going on with Falcon men's basketball and enjoy some great food and drink specials during Back East's extended happy hour. 

Wrestling Opening Week - January 19th and January 21st  - Air Force wrestling starts of the 2012 campaign with a set of home meets this week starting with a Thursday showdown with Utah Valley at 7 pm.  The Falcons will turnaround and host a Saturday doubleheader at Clune Arena with Cal Poly @ 5 pm and New Mexico @ 6:45 pm.  Admission is free.

Boxing Friday Night Fights - January 19th  -
Just under a  month out from the first round of the Wing Open, championship contenders are in full preparation for a shot at fighting in Clune Arena on March 1st.  Stop by the Cadet Gymnasium boxing room on Friday for a chance to watch this year's crop of fighters.  Admission is free.

Men's Swimming Back to Back - January 20th and 21st  Men's swimming will be back at the friendly confines of the Cadet Gymnasium Natatorium on Friday night vs. Wyoming @ 6 pm and on Saturday vs. Denver starting at 1 pm.  Admission is free.

Men's Tennis Saturday Doubleheader - Men's tennis will play two this Saturday at the Cadet Gymnasium Indoor Tennis Courts.  The action starts early with a 10 am showdown with Northern Colorado.  After a short break the tennis will continue with an afternoon contest against CSU Pueblo @ 2 pm.  Admission is free.

Women's Basketball vs. San Diego State - January 21st - Stop by Clune Arena this Saturday to watch some great college hoops when the Falcon women's team takes on San Diego State at high noon.  Admission is only $2 for youth and $5 for adults.  Tickets will be available on game day at the Clune Arena box office.

AIR FORCE HOCKEY RETURNS HOME FOR BENTLEY SERIES  

The Falcon hockey team will be back in action at the Cadet Ice Arena for the first time in the new year when they welcome in Bentley for a two game series this Friday and Saturday.  It is Scout Night at the Academy on Friday which means $3 admission for all boy and girl scouts and family members attending the game.  Scout tickets will be available in the general admission section of the Cadet Ice Arena and can be picked up on game night.  Select Falcon players will stick around following the game to sign autographs in the concourse. 

Saturday

Saturday night is Military Appreciation Night - All military personnel will receive $3 admission to the game along with any accompanying family members.  Please present a valid military ID at the Cadet Ice Arena ticket office on game night to receive discount.  Click here for tickets to this weekend's games.

Coach Reynolds Radio Show - January 12th - Stop by Back East Bar and Grill after work this Thursday for the Coach Reynolds Radio Show live at 6:30pm.  Catch up with Coach on everything that has been going on with Falcon men's basketball and enjoy some great food and drink specials during Back East's extended happy hour. 

Air Force Track All Comers Meet - January 13th  - The indoor portion of the Track and Field season begins this Friday as the Falcons host the annual All Comers Meet at the Cadet Field House.  Competition starts at 2 pm and admission is free.

Boxing Friday Night Fights - January 13th  -
Just under a  month out from the first round of the Wing Open, championship contenders are in full preparation for a shot at fighting in Clune Arena on March 1st.  Stop by the Cadet Gymnasium boxing room on Friday for a chance to watch this year's crop of fighters.  Admission is free.

Men's Swimming vs. BYU - January 13th Men's Swimming competes on a busy day of athletics at the Academy when they go up against BYU @ 6 pm.  Admission is free for the meet - held in the Cadet Gymnasium.

Women's Basketball vs. Boise St. - January 14th - This Saturday the Air Force women's basketball team will be at home to take on Boise St in their Mountain West Opener @ 2 pm.  It's Dads and Daughters Date Day which means free admission for all daughters attending the game with their dad.  Each dad and daughter group will also get a free bag of popcorn while supplies last.  As part of the event local dance studio Artistry in Motion will be holding dance lessons starting at 1 pm so come out and learn some new moves before the game.  Doors open at 12:30pm.

Men's Gymnastics Rocky Mountain Open - January 14th - The defending National Champion Falcon men's gymnastics team returns to the Cadet Gym for the annual Rocky Mountain Open.  Competition begins at 6 pm this Saturday and admission $5 for adults and $2 for youth ages 3-15.

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TEDDY BEAR TOSS AT MEN'S BASKETBALL THIS SATURDAY TO HELP LOCAL FAMILIES IN NEED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON  

The Air Force men's basketball team will be back in action at Clune Arena this Saturday for the last time before hitting the road for a big west coast swing that takes them to Spokane for a showdown with Gonzaga and the San Francisco area for the Cable Car Classic hosted by Santa Clara.  The Falcons are coming off of two stellar defensive performances, holding opponents to 34 and 51 points in their last pair of games.  Air Force currently sits at 5-2 on the season with 7 games remaining until the conference slate.  On Saturday the Falcons will be welcoming in Maryland Eastern Shore for a 7 pm tip-off.  The team would like to encourage fans to bring in a teddy bear or stuffed animal to donate to the local Toys for Tots program.  All fans donating an item at the gate will receive $5 upper reserved admission to the game.  At halftime we'll put targets down on the court and let fans take aim with their teddy bears to try and win some great prizes from our sponsors.  Additional tickets can be purchased online by clicking here or calling 472-1895.

Coach Reynolds Radio Show - December 8th - Stop by Back East Bar and Grill after work this Thursday for the Coach Reynolds Radio Show live at 6:30pm.  Catch up with Coach on everything that has been going on with Falcon men's basketball and enjoy some great food and drink specials during Back East's extended happy hour. 

Air Force Men's Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore - December 17th  - Join Falcon fans for the first ever Teddy Bear Toss at Clune Arena with the men's basketball team.  Fans that bring a stuffed animal or teddy bear to donate to Toys for Tots at the gate will receive $5 upper reserved admission to the game.  At halftime fans can hang onto their teddy bear to toss onto targets placed on the court for a chance to win some great prizes from our sponsors.  

Birthday Party Packages with Air Force Men's and Women's Basketball  - Youth birthday parties are now available for reservation at all remaining AFA men's and women's basketball games.  Come out and party with the Falcons for your son or daughter's big day.  Packages include tickets to the game, pizza and drinks for the group, a gift from the team, a visit from the bird on court photo opportunities and a scoreboard message!  For more information on how to reserve your party, click here.

Bowl Bound With AFA Football - Military Bowl Washington D.C. - December 28th The Air Force Academy Football team will be making it's school record 5th straight bowl appearance in Washington D.C. on December 28th in the Military Bowl.  The Falcons will take on MAC Divisional winner Toledo at RFK Stadium at 4:30 pm.  Tickets are available for purchase and for donation to local service men and women in the D.C. area by clicking here.  Tickets start at only $25!  For more information regarding team hotels and event information around the D.C. area please visit the official page of the Military Bowl by clicking here.  Falcon fans will be staying at the Mayflower Renaissance downtown, discounted rates are available for bowl fans for only $115 a night.

MEN'S BASKETBALL RETURNS HOME FOR PAIR OF GAMES THIS WEEK 

Air Force men's basketball will be back in action at home this Wednesday for the first time in two weeks as they host Wright State for a 7 pm tip-off from Clune Arena.  The Falcons enter the match up coming off of a narrow defeat in the Mountain West/Missouri Valley Challenge against Drake on Saturday.  The loss dropped Air Force to 3-2 on the season heading into a critical stretch of non-conference play.  Followers of the Falcons on Facebook will receive $7 discounted tickets in all sections of Clune Arena including the lower bowl (courtside VIP and Center Court Club not included).  To take advantage of this special Facebook promotion login to your Facebook account and like the Falcons by searching for GoAirForceFalcons or by clicking here.  Discounts will run from noon today up until noon tomorrow.  On Saturday, Air Force will be back at Clune for another 7 pm start against Arkansas - Pine Bluff.  It is Scout Night at the Academy which means all boy and girl scouts attending Saturday Night's game will receive $5 admission for themselves and any accompanying family members.  Tickets will be available at the Clune Arena box office on game night only.  We've also got a special giveaway planned for fans of the Bird!  The first 500 youth in attendance will receive a commemorative Bird bobble head at the gate courtesy of Pepsi.  To order your tickets for the game click here or call the AFA ticket office at 472-1895.    

Coach Reynolds Radio Show - December 8th - Stop by Back East Bar and Grill after work this Thursday for the Coach Reynolds Radio Show live at 6:30pm.  Catch up with Coach on everything that has been going on with Falcon men's basketball and enjoy some great food and drink specials during an extended happy hour. 

Air Force Men's Basketball vs. Wright State - December 7th  - Fans of the Falcons on Facebook can earn great discounts on tickets for this Wednesday's men's basketball game vs. Wright State at 7 pm.  Facebook fans will receive $7 admission in all seating sections (excluding Courtside VIP and Center Court Club) of Clune Arena via an exclusive promo code released on the page.  To "like" the official Facebook page of Air Force Athletics click here.  Discounts on the page will run from noon today up until noon tomorrow.

Air Force Men's Basketball vs. Arkansas Pine-Bluff - December 10th  - Falcon men's basketball will be back in action from Clune Arena this Saturday at 7 pm.  It's Scout Night at the Academy which means all boy and girl scouts in attendance will receive $5 admission for themselves and any accompanying family members.  Tickets can be picked up on game night.  The first 500 youth in attendance will also receive a commemorative bird bobble head at the gate courtesy of Pepsi.  

Bowl Bound With AFA Football - Military Bowl Washington D.C. December 28th 

The Air Force Academy Football team will be making it's school record 5th straight bowl appearance in Washington D.C. on December 28th in the Military Bowl.  The Falcons will take on MAC Divisional winner Toledo at RFK Stadium at 4:30 pm.  Tickets are available for purchase and for donation to local service men and women in the D.C. area by clicking here.  Tickets start at only $25!  For more information regarding team hotels and event information around the D.C. area please visit the official page of the Military Bowl by clicking here.  Falcon fans will be staying at the Mayflower Renaissance downtown, discounted rates are available for bowl fans for only $115 a night.

Skate With Santa - December 11th - Join us at the Cadet Ice Arena on Sunday, December 11th for a special Skate with Santa event from 1 to 3 pm.  Admission is only $4 and skate rentals will be available for $3.  Concessions and the Field House gift shop will be open as well.  For more information please call 333-0389.

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL HOSTS WEEKEND OF HOOPS WITH THE AIR FORCE CLASSIC - The Falcon women's basketball team will be back at home this weekend for a pair of games in the annual Air Force Classic at Clune Arena.  The tournament tips off on Friday when the Falcons take on Jackson State in the opener @ 5 pm.  The first 200 fans in attendance will receive a free AFA stadium scarf at the gate!  All fans donating a new toy for the local Toys for Tots program will be eligible for $2 admission to the game.  On Saturday the Falcons will be back in action against USF @ 4:30 pm.  Fans are encouraged to again bring a new toy to donate to the local Toys for Tots charity for $2 admission.  The team will also stick around following the game to sign autographs and take photos in the concourse.     

Boxing Friday Night Fights - December 2nd - Stop by the Cadet Gymnasium boxing room this Friday @ 4:30pm to preview this year's contenders for the Wing Open.  A full slate of bouts is scheduled, admission is free and open to the general public.

Women's Basketball vs. Jackson State and USF - December 2nd and 3rd  - Air Force women's basketball will open up the Air Force Classic on Friday Night with a matchup against Jackson State @ 5 pm.  All fans that donate a new toy to the Toys for Tots program will receive $2 admission to the game.  The first 200 will receive a free Air Force Stadium Scarf at the gate!  Fans can also take advantage of $2 admission for the Saturday finale against USF by donating a new toy at the gate.  Tipoff on Saturday is set for 4:30pm

Men's and Women's Gymnastics Intrasquad - December 3rd  - For a chance to preview this year's defending National Champion men's gymnastics team and the Falcon women's squad, stop by the Cadet Gymnasium on Saturday, December 3rd @ 2 pm.  The teams will be kicking off their season with an intrasquad meet with free admission to the general public.

Men's Basketball Holiday Packs - Holiday mini-game plans are now available for fans of Air Force men's basketball.  Four game packs are available for as low as $30 and include a bonus Air Force fleece blanket gift.  Packages serve as a great gift around the holidays or just a good way to save some money on tickets.  Half season mini-plans are also available now and allow fans the opportunity to pick the games they'd like to attend in 2011-12.  Six game packages start at just under $40!  Click here to find out more or contact the ticket office at 719 -472-1895.

Skate With Santa - December 11th - Join us at the Cadet Ice Arena on Sunday, December 11th for a special Skate with Santa event from 1 to 3 pm.  Admission is only $4 and skate rentals will be available for $3.  Concessions and the Field House gift shop will be open as well.

MEN'S BASKETBALL PLAYS COLORADO AT HOME THIS WEDNESDAY - The Air Force men's basketball team has gotten off to a fast start this season and look to build on their 3-0 record with a big home game this Thursday vs. Colorado at 7 pm.  The game marks the first time the two teams have met since 2007.  The Falcons are coming off of an impressive defensive performance on Friday night when they held visiting Western State to only 37 points on 31.3 percent shooting from the field.  The Falcons have hung their hat on the defensive end in their first three outings of the season holding opponents to an average of only 36.7 percent from the floor.  Air Force hopes to continue to the trend this Wednesday when the Buffs come to town.  Seats are still available for the game and can be purchased by clicking here or contacting the AFA ticket office at 472-1895.  All fans making a single game purchase to the game will receive $5 in bonus cash to spend at the concession stand.  Any fans that wish to participate in the Air Force men's basketball food drive can bring a non-perishable food item to donate at the gate and receive a free ticket to any remaining non-conference game this season.  The first 450 fans in attendance will also receive a free pair of AFA mesh shorts at the gate. 

Coach Calhoun Show at Back East - November 22nd - Coach Calhoun and Jim Arthur will be on the air live from Back East Bar and Grill on Briargate for the final Coach's Show of the season tonight at 6:30pm.  Stop by after work for some great food and drink specials and stick around to hear from Coach Calhoun about the Falcons upcoming date with CSU in Ft. Collins.

Men's Basketball vs. Colorado - November 23rd - The Buffs visit Clune arena for the first time since 2007 this Wednesday night.  Tipoff is set for 7 pm.  Tickets are still available and all single game purchases include $5 in bonus credit to spend at the concession stand.  Fans contributing to the annual canned food drive will receive a voucher good for free admission to any non-conference game this season.  The first 450 fans will also receive a free pair of AFA mesh shorts at the gate.  Click here to order tickets or call the AFA ticket office at 472-1895.

Women's Basketball T-Shirt Exchange - November 25th - If you are looking to get out of the house the Friday after Thanksgiving stop by Clune Arena for a matinee basketball matchup between the Falcons and Northern Colorado at 3 pm.  Fans brining an old sports shirt to exchange for a new commemorative Air Force Commander-in-Chief Trophy t-shirt will receive free admission to the game!  Old t-shirts will be donated to the Salvation Army. 

Fans, you can vote now for the Las Vegas Bowl player of the week by clicking the link below. Air Force senior running back Asher Clark is one of the nominees. Clark rushed for a career-high 169 yards and scored on a career-long run of 67 yards to lead Air Force past UNLV, 45-17, last week.

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This week's Nominees:
Tank Carder, TCU LB
Asher Clark, AFA RB
Kellen Moore, Boise State QB
Brett Smith, Wyoming QB

CANNED FOOD DRIVE AT MEN'S AND WOMEN'S HOOPS THIS THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 

Air Force women's basketball opens up their home schedule vs. Denver this Thursday at Clune Arena.  The Falcons will tip-off play at 7 pm.  All fans donating a non-perishable food item at the gate will receive $2 admission and a free ticket voucher to the Air Force vs. Northern Colorado game on Friday, November 25th.  The men's basketball team will also be back in action this Friday when they host their annual food drive at Clune Arena before the Western State game @ 7 pm.  All fans donating a non-perishable food item at the gate will receive $2 admission to the game in upper baseline seating.  Family Friday seating is also available in all other sections of Clune Arena for only $40.  Family Friday packages include four tickets to the game and $20 in bonus cash to spend at the concession stand.   The Falcon men's team will then turn around for an in-state showdown with Colorado on Wednesday, November 23rd @ 7 pm.  All single game purchased tickets to the game will include $5 in bonus cash to spend at the Clune Arena concession stands on game night.  The first 450 fans will also receive a free pair of AFA mesh shorts at the gate.

Football vs. UNLV - November 19th - The Falcons will be at Falcon Stadium for their home finale on Saturday in a big game for post-season implications.  Kick-off is scheduled for 4 pm.  $5 overlook tickets are available.  $5 youth tickets are also available in all sections - enter promo code "SCOUT".  $40 family packs are also available for only $40 in all sections.  Click here to reserve your seats. 

Women's Basketball vs. Denver - November 17th - The Falcons open up their home schedule with a big game this Thursday vs. DU @ 7 pm.  All fans donating a non-perishable food item at the gate will receive $2 admission to the game and a voucher for free admission to the Northern Colorado game on November 25th.

Friday Football Luncheon - November 18th - Stop by the Falcon Stadium Press Box for the final football luncheon of the year and a chance to hear from Coach Calhoun before heading into this weekend's must win for the Falcons.  Famous Dave's has a great menu on tap all for only $10!  Lunch includes: Buffalo Chicken Wings, BBQ Chicken Wings, Chopped Pork, Texas Beef Brisket, baked beans, mac and cheese, salad, bread pudding and fudge brownies along with beer and soda.  Doors open at 11 am and the program/door prizes start at noon.

Boxing Friday Night Fights - November 18th  Air Force Boxing will host their Friday Night Fight series at the Cadet Gymnasium this Friday.  For a chance to preview this year's Wing Open contenders, stop by the Academy at 4:30 pm to catch a full lineup of bouts.  

Men's Basketball vs. Western State - November 18th - Air Force men's basketball will look to improve on an impressive start as they welcome Western State to Clune Arena on Friday @ 7 pm.  All fans donating a non-perishable food item at the gate will receive $2 admission.  It's also Family Friday Night which means that four packs are available for only $40 with $20 to spend in concessions vouchers.  Click here to order your tickets.