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Thank you. It’s a simple sentiment, but one that’s not said enough.
With the conclusion of the 2015 college football regular season, we want to sincerely thank you for your support of our program this year. We appreciate each and every season ticket holder, and your investment in the success of our student-athletes on and off the field.
As happens every season, there were highs and lows, elation and frustration. The incredible finish against undefeated Florida State was a special moment that every Yellow Jacket will remember forever.
While many schools across the country are struggling with ticket sales and attendance, that was not the case on The Flats. Our nearly 34,000 season ticket holders in 2015 represent the third-highest total in school history, and we’re grateful for the support. With home attendance averaging more than 50,000 per game, you created a loud and electric atmosphere at Bobby Dodd Stadium, which our players notice and appreciate.
This season unfolded in ways we never anticipated. Injuries necessitated extended playing time for 23 freshmen, one of the highest totals among Power-5 programs. You also witnessed top teams and exciting games as four of our opponents finished in the top 10 in final regular season rankings, and six of our losses were by an average of just five points. As we saw time and again, the margin between winning and losing is razor thin, and the simple truth is many games are decided by just a handful of plays.
Our focus has now shifted to 2016. Be assured that we are fully committed to returning Georgia Tech football to the level of success we all expect, and look forward to putting in the work necessary to meet that challenge.
The 2016 schedule should be just as exciting as this year’s, and opens in less than 10 months in Dublin, Ireland, against Boston College. The home schedule includes top ACC opponents Clemson, Duke and Miami along with non-conference games against Vanderbilt and Georgia Southern.
On the team front, we return 33 players who made significant contributions this year, along with a number returning from injury. We’re hopeful that the growing pains of youth this season will yield dividends next season and beyond.
Once again, we value you as a season ticket holder and want to say thank you for all of your support. We’re looking forward to seeing you at Bobby Dodd Stadium in 2016.
