Getting an autograph for my son - question

[peteypie]

My son and I are headed to the WVU. He got a Momcilovic jersey for Christmas. Also got his playing card when we saw them in Sioux Falls. What are the odds we could get him to sign one of these while we were there, and how should we go about trying to do so? Would be pretty cool if he could, but not sure if it's feasible. TIA.

 

[VeloClone]

Streak across the court with the card in your hand. When you get tackled by the ISU bench ask Milan to sign the card.

 

[Erik4Cy]

My guess would be you'd have to arrive really early and/or stay really late. Either catch Milan in street clothes on his way in or out. Once the players are in game mode, I'd imagine they don't wanna be bothered for autographs.

 

[jsb]

I think if you hang around the concourse after the game, you have a good chance of seeing players. I'd ask an usher near Johnny's and they might know.

30 years ago, you went down to the Hilton floor to get autographs as the players exited the locker room, but I think the spot has changed.

 

[peteypie]

My guess would be you'd have to arrive really early and/or stay really late. Either catch Milan in street clothes on his way in or out. Once the players are in game mode, I'd imagine they don't wanna be bothered for autographs.

So now does anyone know how early the players arrive? Somewhat serious.

 

[cymac2408]

As some have said stay after the game. Usually the guys come out and sign things. At least they did 25 years ago.

 

[peteypie]

As some have said stay after the game. Usually the guys come out and sign things. At least they did 25 years ago.

That makes sense, but being an 8 PM game and having a 2.5 hour drive after, I'd rather go early if possible

 

[Drew0311]

Last time I wanted an autograph was when my kids wanted Royce Egites autograph. After the game we just went down where they run into the locker room and waited until they came back out. Think it took about a half hour or so

 

[Drew0311]

That makes sense, but being an 8 PM game and having a 2.5 hour drive after, I'd rather go early if possible

When my son was a ball boy we used to have to arrive two hours or so before game time. I would say show up at least an hour and a half early if not sooner

 

[ema28]

I think if you hang around the concourse after the game, you have a good chance of seeing players. I'd ask an usher near Johnny's and they might know.

30 years ago, you went down to the Hilton floor to get autographs as the players exited the locker room, but I think the spot has changed.

Last year some came up to the stands to talk to players. I didn't notice any players signing autographs..it was mostly just selfies or high fives. It also wasn't all the players.

Years ago you would be able to contact the basketball secretary and she would direct you in the right route

 

[acoustimac]

If all else fails, contact the basketball office.They can probably arrange for you to get an autograph if you drop the Jersey or card off. Thats what I did last year when I wanted
Emily Ryan’s autograph on a game program. They were very helpful.

 

[Cig 'em]

Can you get into Hilton that early? I thought they opened the doors one hour before game time?

 

[NWICY]

That makes sense, but being an 8 PM game and having a 2.5 hour drive after, I'd rather go early if possible

Hilton will open at 7. Try to catch him on the very 1st shoot around? Otherwise find out where the players go in at and get there way early and watch for him to come into the building. I have no idea where that is.
3rd Idea email Jamie and tell him you'll leave the NIL a grand to get the signatures I'm guessing they will make sure he shows up for a grand. ( just kidding/sort of/not really)

 

[cyclonemarc]

We got Gilbert's last year after the game. We waited on the concourse above the area where they come out of the locker room. That's where the families were waiting too.

 

[SayMyName]

Hilton will open at 7. Try to catch him on the very 1st shoot around? Otherwise find out where the players go in at and get there way early and watch for him to come into the building. I have no idea where that is.
3rd Idea email Jamie and tell him you'll leave the NIL a grand to get the signatures I'm guessing they will make sure he shows up for a grand. ( just kidding/sort of/not really)

Likely by the loading dock ramp that starts at grade level and descends into the floor level of Hilton

 

[lakeliving]

If you call the basketball office with your request, they would likely come up with a solution. They may have you mail the card to them and then get it signed and returned to you. They have been very gracious in the past with various requests.
If the meeting at Hilton doesn't work obviously. Best of luck

 

[cedarstrip]

I was sitting by the tunnel last game. We got there 30 minutes before tip and the usher was there telling the kids high fives only, no signing. You can't go down to the floor and wait after the game anymore either. You can wait up on the concourse but not all come up there after the game. Best bet would be before or after practice at Sukup, not that that works if you're out of town...

 

[AltoonaFish]

Act like family and hang out in the north east corner of the lower concourse. Sections 117-118.

 

[nfrine]

Can you get into Hilton that early? I thought they opened the doors one hour before game time?

Go down to the first shoot around (1 hour before the game). I have seen very good sucess for young kids with the team. A good place to be is at the court-side seats. Don't be afraid to politely ask one of the players or assistant coaches for help.

 

[riceville98]

Can you get into Hilton that early? I thought they opened the doors one hour before game time?

Correct Doors open an hour before. No way that I know of to get in sooner