Game Day Guide: Raiders v Knights
The Raiders face the Knights at McDonald's Park in Wagga Wagga this Saturday. Read the game day guide thanks to match day sponsor EISS Super.
Timings
Saturday, May 8, McDonald's Park, Wagga Wagga
Gates Open: 10.45am
Women’s Country Championship: Riverina v Newcastle-Maitland 11.00am
NSW Cup: Raiders v Knights 12.40pm
NRL: Raiders v Knights 3.00pm
Tickets
Tickets for the match have been exhausted and no further tickets will go on sale as the venue is at capacity.
Game Day Sponsor: EISS Super
Our Round 9 game day sponsor is EISS Super. A super fund for people who’ve dedicated their lives working towards a secured future, say YEISS to EISS Super.
EISS Super will be set up inside the ground handing out multiple different giveaway items, as well as a Try inflatable for the kids to enjoy!
Match Day Charity: theDVproject:2650 supporting the Wagga Women's Health Centre
This week's matchday charity partner is theDVproject:2650. The project is designed to help to change entrenched social attitudes of disrespect towards women and girls – disrespect that in many cases leads to violence.
The proceeds from the 50-50 raffle this week will be donated to the Wagga Women's Health Centre to support the wonderful work they do in the local community.
50/50 Charity Raffle
The 50-50 Charity Raffle is a not-for-profit fundraising raffle that raises funds for charities, good causes and significant projects. It gives fans and members the chance to win cash prizes while supporting great charitable causes.
Our 50-50 Charity Raffle proceeds in Round 9 will be going to our Game Day Charity, theDVproject:2650. 50-50 Charity Raffle are selling raffle tickets online. 50% of the prize pool will go to one lucky winner and the remaining amount to the Wagga Women's Health Centre.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets in this weeks Raffle
Viking Clap
This week's Viking Ambassador is Raider #165 Simon Woolford. Woolford is a proud regional player who came to the Raiders from the Riverina region via Young.
He played 233 matches for the Raiders and was also Captain of the club during his time in green.
CLICK HERE for a list of previous Viking Ambassadors
Other matches on game day and pre-game entertainment
The action starts early at McDonald's Park on Saturday with the Women's Country Championships final between the Riverina and Newcastle-Maitland Regions.
This match will be followed by the NSW Cup match between the Raiders and the Knights, so plenty of reasons to get to the game early.
We'll also have the McDonald's game day performance, with local dance group Triple Threat Riverina set to perform.
Cam and Ben will also have all the latest team news and information prior to kick-off.
Half-time entertainment/In-game entertainment
The ever-popular Maccas Powerplay will be in action; if the Raiders score in the allocated five-minute period, attending members and fans will receive 2 for 1 McValue meals at participating ACT, Queanbeyan and Riverina restaurants. Simply show your match day ticket or 2021 membership card to redeem (Terms and Conditions apply). Please note 2021 members who can’t attend are still eligible to receive this promotion.
Mini-Footy this week features local teams Turvey Park, Wagga Kangaroos, Wagga Brothers and Wagga Magpies.
There will also be the popular Dance Cam at halftime so make sure you're ready to dance!
Fans Choice Zango SMS Man of the Match
This season, fans at GIO Stadium Canberra will have the opportunity to vote on the man of the match each round thanks to Zango. Keep an eye out on the big screen on match day for details on how you can vote and possibly win a prize.
Denman Prospect supporting Homes for Home Charity
Once again in 2021 Denman Prospect will be proudly supporting the Homes for Homes charity. Each point scored by the Raiders at home games equals a $100 donation!
Visit homesforhomes.org.au for more information.
Food and Beverage
There will be various food and beverage outlets available on game day around the venue.
Due to this being a regional fixture there will be no discount for members on food and beverage at this game.
Merchandise
Raiders Shop outlet will be open from gates (10.45am) until the end of half time of the NRL game (approx. 4pm). Located at the North West corner of the venue.
Raiders 2021 members receive a 10% discount on merchandise purchased on game day.
Raiders merchandise available now at www.raidersshop.com.au
Play NRL Rewards
Due to this being a regional fixture and ticketing fully exhausted there will be no access via the Play NRL rewards program for this match.
Ticketing Terms and Conditions
CLICK HERE For ticketing Terms and Conditions
McDonald's Park Information
CLICK HERE for a full list of Entry Conditions and COVID-19 information for McDonald's Park
Restricted/Prohibited Items
Patrons are not permitted to bring the following items into McDonald’s Park:
• Alcoholic beverages, illicit drugs, glass, cans or breakable containers;
• Opened or partially filled drink containers (excluding water/milk/juice bottles);
• Musical instruments, whistles or air horns;
• All animals except guiding, companion or hearing animals (Registration of the animal MUST be provided);
• Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, tricycles or bicycles;
• Prams or strollers
• Recording devices (for commercial purposes) and camera lenses over 300mm;
• Flags of any size
• Commercial, political, religious or offensive clothing, banners, logos or signage;
• Any items or goods for sale;
• Fireworks/flares/laser lights;
• Any device, instrument or object that, in the opinion of management, has the potential to cause injury or public nuisance. This includes but is not limited to weapons, knives, spray cans or compressed air canisters
Parking
Paid parking is in place for this match for a gold coin donation to the Wagga Wagga Rotary Club.
Parking is located via Copland St, and Parson St. Please follow the directions of traffic management staff.
There are no public transport options for this match.
Watching the Match
If you can’t make it to Wagga Wagga there are options available.
The NRL match is live on Fox League Channel 502.
You can also watch the match live on KAYO.
Overseas fans can watch via Watch NRL
Updates from the matches will be on the Raiders' Twitter. Make sure you are also following us on Facebook and Instagram for heaps of behind-the-scenes photos and videos from the match.
Listening to the Match
In 2021 there are more ways to listen. You can tune into any of the following call teams on your game day.
Raiders on Mix – Mix106.3 FM
Radio 2CC – 1206 AM
ABC Grandstand – 666 ABC AM
Game Day Feedback:
Should you have any feedback from the game, please contact our staff during business hours on 02 6253 3515 or email info@raiders.com.au
Further Membership information can be found on our website: raiders.com.au/membership
