Tailgate Party – Bandana Ceremony/Passing the Pride

Name: Tailgate Party – Bandana Ceremony/Passing the Pride
Start: 2025-10-17T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-17T19:15:00-05:00
Location: 360 N. Wilmor Rd, Washington, IL, United States, Illinois 61571

Schedule

Fri Oct 17 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:15 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

360 N. Wilmor Rd, Washington, IL, United States, Illinois 61571 | Washington, IL

Five Points Washington is partnering with the Panther Football Alumni Association’s 12th Man to host a few Tailgate Parties this fall. We look forward to getting the community together to have a little fun before the game. Our Tailgate Parties will take place in the Five Points Washington South Parking Lot.
October 17 | 5-7:15 p.m.
vs Canton
Bandana Ceremony/Passing the Pride
The Black Bandana Tradition
Since 1981, the black bandana has been a symbol of pride, leadership and the enduring spirit of the Panthers. The tradition was started by Dale Sparks, who first wore the bandana during a standout season and chose to pass it on—not as a trophy, but as a legacy.
Each year since, the bandana has been handed down from one player to the next. The choice is never random. The current holder selects someone who they believe truly represents what it means to be a Panther—someone who shows grit, heart, integrity and a deep commitment to the team and its values.
This isn’t about stats. It’s about character.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Music will be provided by TJ the DJ: Straight Outta Sunnyland.

Tailgate Parties in 2025:
September 19 (vs Pekin)
October 3 (vs East Peoria)
October 17 (vs Canton)
Post Season TBD
Thank you to our sponsors for these events: 365 Loans, Lindsey Plumbing and Cooper Roofing & General Contracting.
Questions? Contact Banquet Manager, Paige Wise: [email protected]