Sept. 16, 2009

EVANSTON, Ill. -- Northwestern Sports Properties and American Family Insurance announced today (Sept. 16) the launch of the Family of the Game contest. This fall Wildcat fans can register to win four home game tickets, parking, pre-game sideline access and the opportunity to present the game ball to Willie the Wildcat on Ryan Field just before kickoff. Entries can be made by logging onto NUsports.com and clicking the FAMILY OF THE GAME link to complete the form.

Win the opportunity for your family to present the game ball at Ryan Field for a 2009 Northwestern home football game this fall! One winning family will present the game ball to Willie the Wildcat at midfield just prior to kickoff at Ryan Field at a select home football game. Winners receive four game tickets, a parking pass, pre-game on-field passes and commemorative photos of the presentation courtesy of American Family Insurance. Games include:

• Minnesota - September 26

• Miami (Ohio) - October 10

• Indiana - October 24

• Penn State - October 31

• Wisconsin - November 21

Registrations must be received by Tuesday, November 17, 2009 11:59pm. To be eligible to win you must be at least 21 years old, not an employee of Northwestern University Athletics, a current Northwestern University student-athlete or a high school coach. There are no age restrictions for winners' guests. Winners will be notified the Wednesday before each home game. If unable to attend that week's game an alternative prize may be awarded. Employees of CBS College Sports are also ineligible. One entry per email address, any additional entries will be disqualified. Winner will be notified by email.