2023 Shocker Madness

[wichshock65]

Holiday tip: A great way to thaw them out is to put them in your clothes dryer

That’s genius!

[wichshock65]

[Aargh]

Are you suggesting we should drop Boatwrong from a helicopter?

well, he was a turkey.

[Aargh]

Holiday tip: A great way to thaw them out is to put them in your clothes dryer

I heard that if you just put a frozen turkey into a turkey fryer filled with hot oil, you won't have to worry about the thawing time at all.

[WuDrWu]

I heard that if you just put a frozen turkey into a turkey fryer filled with hot oil, you won't have to worry about the thawing time at all.

You're also not going to have to worry about your home or anything else in the immediate area.

[ShockBand]

You're also not going to have to worry about your home or anything else in the immediate area.

[Kel Varnsen]

[wichshock65]

just so I’m clear… that’s bad, right?

[forevershockerfan]

Hoping for visits from key recruits for this event.

[SubGod22]

Hoping for visits from key recruits for this event.

That's risky considering how lackluster it is. If the event had true energy and excitement like it does at some schools then it's a great recruiting opportunity. I'm not sure we're there. Actually, I'm pretty sure we're not.

[JVShocker]

That's risky considering how lackluster it is. If the event had true energy and excitement like it does at some schools then it's a great recruiting opportunity. I'm not sure we're there. Actually, I'm pretty sure we're not.

Not yet, anyway. We hope.

[shockerfan]

Well done WSU. A lot of stuff going on leading up to and after Shocker Madness. Much better than past years. May take a year or two to catch on, but I like making it into a week long celebration for students and fans. And including multiple sports makes it a Shocker fanatics dream.

I know Shocktoberfest has been around forever. But dont recall it being part of Shocker Madness? Or maybe that was just due to the lack of communication from the AD?

Click the link in the tweet for a full rundown

[1972Shocker]

So a couple things different this year from last year and perhaps previous year's Shocker Madness events. It is scheduled 20 days earlier than last year and is scheduled for a Saturday.

Apparently, it is also being billed as a signature event of Shocktoberfest this year.

On Friday, October 6th at 6:00 pm they will have the Shocktoberfest Parade followed by a Patio Party in Braeburn Square.

Parade for the Decades
Friday, Oct. 6 | 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Everyone is invited to attend the 2023 Shocktoberfest Parade, the highlight of the weeklong celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the Shocker Sound Machine marching band, dance teams, and decorated cars and floats from student groups and community members. This year’s parade marshal is President Rick Muma and First Gentleman Rick Case.

Patio Party
Friday, Oct. 6 | 6:30 p.m.
Braeburn Square
Cost: Free
After you’ve seen the parade, meet up at Braeburn Square for the Shocktoberfest Patio Party. This casual and fun-filled gathering promises an unforgettable evening to connect with Shocker Nation. Enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and live music from Wichita's premier party band, The Source.

On Saturday, October 7th their are several athletic events:

Shocker Volleyball v. Temple
Friday, Oct. 6 | 7 p.m.
Charles Koch Arena
Cost: Varies (free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Volleyball at the box office. Student organizations are encouraged to attend and participate in the attendance competition. Participating Spirit Competition teams will also receive points for participation.

Looks like your would have time to attend the parade and then you could either attend the Patio Party or take in the Volleyball match.

On Saturday, October 7th there are several athletic events:

Shocker Softball v. Emporia State
Saturday, Oct. 7 | Noon
Howard Wilkins Stadium

Cost: $5; Free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Softball at the Wilkins Stadium Box Office. The community can purchase tickets for only $5 at the gate (cash or check only).

Shocker Baseball Intrasquad Scrimmage
Saturday, Oct. 7 | 1 p.m.
Eck Stadium
Cost: $5; Free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Baseball at the Eck Stadium Box Office. The community can purchase tickets for only $5 at the gate (cash or check only).

Shocker Madness
Saturday, Oct. 7 | 6 p.m.
Koch Arena
Cost: Free
Fans are invited to a free evening of fun at Charles Koch Arena and a sneak preview of the WSU men's and women's basketball teams at WSU's annual Shocker Madness season kickoff event. The event will also include announcements for individual Shocktoberfest awards and the winning team over the overall trophy. Shocker Madness is a signature event of Shocktoberfest.

On Sunday, October 8th you can take in:

Shocker Softball v. South Dakota State
Sunday, Oct. 8 | Noon
C. Howard Wilkins Stadium
Cost: $5; Free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Softball at the Wilkins Stadium Box Office. The community can purchase tickets for only $5 at the gate (cash or check only).

Shocker Volleyball v. South Florida
Sunday, Oct. 8 | 1 p.m.
Charles Koch Arena
Cost: Varies (free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Volleyball at the box office. The community is invited to take advantage of our Wichita Eagle Family Day Ticket Bundle that includes 4 tickets and vouchers for 4 hotdogs, 4 popcorns, and 4 small drinks all for only $32.

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I'm thinking it is not coincidental that Shocker Madness has been moved up to fit into Shocktoberfest week. Perhaps including the announcements for Shocktoberfest awards might be an attempt to bring out more students to this event.

[Kung Wu]

Shocker Baseball Intrasquad Scrimmage
Saturday, Oct. 7 | 1 p.m.
Eck Stadium
Cost: $5; Free to Students with WSU ID
Students can pick-up free tickets to Shocker Baseball at the Eck Stadium Box Office. The community can purchase tickets for only $5 at the gate (cash or check only).

[Kung Wu]

Daaang, this looks fun!!!