The 2008 season begins today! The Bears will kick off the new season with a 3:00 p.m. practice on the campus of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, IL. There will also be a variety of activities for the entire family, including the Staples Bears Pride Poster contest, and as always, the Jewel-Osco Kids Zone will be open. Gates will open at 2:00 p.m.
Jewel-Osco Kids Zone
The Jewel-Osco Kids Zone is filled with fun games including obstacle courses, football tosses, jousting, water games, themed activities and bounce houses for younger children.
Gatorade Jr. Training Camps
Gatorade Junior Training Camps are designed for kids ages 4-12 who are interested in learning more about football. Catch a punt, kick a field goal or race your friends in the relay challenge tetwo hours, starting approximately one hour before practice.
Staples Bears Poster Contest
Show your Bears spirit on a poster and you could find it easier to get your favorite players’ autographs. On select days, Staples will host a poster contest for kids ages 4-12. Each child who participates is entered into a random drawing. Click here for more information. Tentative dates: 7/23, 7/24, 7/25, 7/27, 7/28, 7/29, 7/31, 8/3, 8/10, 8/11 (subject to change without notice)
Staples Kids Only Autographs
The first 150 kids ages 4-12 will receive a pass good for that day’s autograph session only. The autograph session is typically held immediately following the first practice of the day and is located inside the tennis court area. Please remember to arrive at the tennis courts BEFORE practice ends. Click here for more information. Tentative dates: 7/24, 7/25, 7/27, 7/28, 7/29, 7/31, 8/3, 8/10, 8/11**
(subject to change without notice)
(only if a previous date is rained out)**