Sponsorship Opportunities: For More Information, call 888.414.BOWL (2695)

Independence Bowl officials each year partner with local, regional, and national businesses in order to grow the Independence Bowl, as well as to benefit the Sponsors and the Shreveport-Bossier City area, and the entire Ark-La-Tex. One of the primary goals of the Independence Bowl is to increase sponsor visibility. Below is a list of Independence Bowl events that are available to potential sponsors:

All sponsorship packages include tickets, advertising, signage and a number of other benefits.

There are seven specific sponsorship levels available, as well as a number of available events. If packages don't fit your specific needs, we can tailor something to benefit you.

MINUTEMAN LUNCHEON
Seated luncheon and exciting program for teams, official parties, and the public. Usually attended by more than 1,500. The event is emceed by CBS Sports Studio Host Tim Brando, and Spencer Tillman. Highlighted by a video presentation, recognition of the Omar N. Bradley "Spirit of Independence" award and Shreveport-Bossier City Sportsperson-of-the-Year Award and the Scholastic Awards which goes to the outstanding student-athlete from each team. The Independence Bowl/Willis Knighton Health System Community Service Scholarship recipients are also honored at this event.

PEP RALLY
In 2006 the Independence Bowl Pep Rally took place at the Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City, and saw a crowd of 35,000 enjoy the festivities at the area's newest entertainment venue. This year the Pep Rally is set for the Centurytel Center (arena) in Bossier City. The annual pep rally includes a Battle of the Bands from the participating schools, and live entertainment in a festive atmosphere.

MEMBER TAILGATE PARTY
Private tailgate party held in the Louisiana Land Building on the State Fair Grounds on gameday. This event is for the 450 members of the Independence Bowl Foundation and their guests and includes great regional cuisine as well as live entertainment.

MEDIA DINNER
Members of the local and visiting media are treated to dinner at a Shreveport landmark, Ernest's Orleans, the night before the game. This gives them a chance to unwind, since they are here working during bowl week, and gives them the chance to visit with other media members, while enjoying outstanding regional cuisine.

I-20 MESSAGE CENTER/SCOREBOARD SIGNAGE
This package includes 20 minutes per hour on a message center that is adjacent to Interstate 20, as well static signage on the scoreboard/Diamondvision screen inside Independence Stadium. This signage is visible year-round, with an average of 70,000 cars passing daily on I-20.

SCOREBOARD STATIC PANEL
One 6' x 12' static panel on the scoreboard/Diamondvision screen inside Independence Stadium. This signage is visible during every event held in the stadium as well as from outside of the stadium.

SCOREBOARD TRI-PANEL
One 12' x 12' tri-panel on the scoreboard/Diamondvision screen inside Independence Stadium. This signage is visible during every event held in the stadium as well as from outside of the stadium.

BAND PARTY
We want everyone to enjoy the bowl experience when they come to the Independence Bowl, including the school bands. The Band Party is a chance to show our appreciation to the band-members who make the trip and add so much to the overall bowl week experience. This party allows them to unwind and have fun.

GAMEDAY SHUTTLE
In an effort to make gameday travel easier for the fans, the Independence Bowl offers shuttle service from two area shopping malls to the stadium and back, after the game.