Veterans Get In FREE To The Steamwheelers Game This Sunday

If you're heading to the Quad City Steamwheelers game this Sunday, this is one of the biggest regular-season games of the year. The Steamwheelers host the Orlando Pirates on Sunday, June 28, with kickoff at 3:00 p.m. at the Quad City Steamwheelers home field inside Vibrant Arena at The MARK. It's the team's annual Military Appreciation Day, presented by Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home.

Here's what fans can expect:

Free Tickets for Veterans & Active Military

The Steamwheelers are offering FREE admission to:

Active-duty military
Military veterans

Simply bring a valid military ID to the Vibrant Arena box office on game day. Each eligible service member receives one complimentary ticket.

Honor Tunnel

One of the most meaningful traditions of the season is the Honor Tunnel.

Veterans and active-duty military members can be nominated to take part in pregame introductions by walking alongside the players as they enter the field. It's a powerful way the organization recognizes those who have served.

Military-Themed Jerseys

The Steamwheelers will wear their custom Military Appreciation jerseys during the game.

After the final whistle, those game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off, with proceeds benefiting military-related charities.

The Deckmate Dancers

The Quad City Deckmate Dancers are also bringing something special to Military Appreciation Day. The team will debut three brand-new military-themed dance routines created just for Sunday's game, celebrating the men and women who have served our country. Fans will also get the first look at the Deckmates' brand-new uniforms, making this performance one you won't want to miss.

Deckmate Dancers - Quad City Steamwheelers

The Matchup

The Steamwheelers take on the Orlando Pirates in an important late-season Indoor Football League matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 p.m.

For anyone looking for something to do this weekend, it's a great opportunity to enjoy football while recognizing the men and women who have served our country. Between the Honor Tunnel, military tributes, special jerseys, and free admission for veterans and active-duty military, this is always one of the most memorable games on the Steamwheelers' schedule.

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