While training camp officially starts with Fanfest on Friday at BoA stadium, the CSR meet-up starts off the following day in Spartanburg, SC. Here's the CSR meet-up plan. You can check the Panthers training camp schedule here.
Saturday 3:00pm Monster Subs
115 E Blackstock Rd. Spartanburg, South Carolina (864) 764-151
We meet at Monster Subs for some pre-camp carb loading. I have yet to try the Kraken Sub so that is what I'll be having. This allows for at least a quick meet-up for those wanting to get to Wofford early for the Back to Football party the Panthers do every year the first Saturday. If that's not your thing then you can hang out and go for the Release the Kraken Challenge (think 'Man vs Food'):
QUESTION: Would anyone be man enough or know someone man enough to try something we've been floating around since we opened but never had a chance to test it yet?? We're talking about the "RELEASE THE KRAKEN CHALLENGE"
One must attempt to eat THREE MONSTER KRAKENS in 20 minutes, subs must be fully loaded with minimal toppings left on the plate. Winner gets the meal for free, a t-shirt, sticker and their picture on a "Wall of Fame." Unfortunately loser pays for the meal and gets their picture on the "Wall of Shame." So what do you guys think?? Can you do the challenge?? Or do you know someone who might be able to do it?? Let us know!! We've been wanting to try this for awhile but wanted to wait till we were more established and known. Give us some feedback!! & have a great weekend!!
So if any CSR member wants to give the Kraken Challenge a shot while having a crowd of Panther fans cheer you on then this is your moment!
Saturday 4:00-6:30pm Back to Football Party at Wofford's Gibbs Stadium
For those that plan to attend this. Otherwise we will meet inside Gibbs Stadium.
Saturday Practice 6:30pm - 8:30pm Gibbs Stadium
Last year we sat on the home side 50 yd line, down towards the field. I assume we will be in the same area.
Saturday After Practice ~ 9pm Mellow Mushroom
We will be recapping the action while re-hydrating from a sure to be hot and humid practice. Nothing like a good slice of pie to help with that.
Sunday Pre-Practice Lunch 1:00pm
Nuway Restaurant & Lounge on Facebook
373 E Kennedy St. Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306 (864) 582-9685
This a Sparkle City landmark frequented by the town's younger generation/college crowd, though it is the oldest bar in town. Food description: American (Traditional), Burgers, Delis, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches
It's a grill / diner type of place, at least for lunch. Though we are not planning a meet-up after the Sunday practice this would be a good hang out for the out of towners.
Sunday Practice 3:10pm Wofford Practice Facility
Practice always starts in the far corner of the facility where the players come down from the locker room. We will usually camp out somewhere on the hill behind this spot or on top of the hill itself.
Be sure to say Hi if you see us. I hope to see you there!