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Super sendoff

Posted by Chris Forsberg, Boston.com Staff January 27, 2008 09:14 AM

For those of you who can't make (or afford) the trek to Glendale, you've got one last chance to cheer on your Patriots in person today at Gillette Stadium for a Super Bowl sendoff.

Stadium lots and gates open at 9 a.m., and the sendoff begins around 10 a.m., with live appearances by the team and Governor Deval Patrick at 11 a.m. Early word is that Tom Brady, who hasn't been spotted in Foxborough all week, may be a part of the proceedings.

Patrick will host the sendoff, where, according to a press release from the Patriots, "fans are invited to see their heroes off in style." For those of you shunning the idea of a second mortgage to buy Super Bowl tickets, you'll be pleased to know that both the event and parking is free at Gillete Stadium.

Here's the full press release:

Governor Patrick to give a Super Bowl sendoff at Gillette Stadium Sunday
Entire Patriots team to participate; Event open to the public with free admission and parking

FOXBOROUGH -- A trip to the Super Bowl deserves a super sendoff, and that’s just what the AFC Champion New England Patriots will get at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 when Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick gives a sendoff celebration at Gillette Stadium.

Patriots fans are invited to see their heroes off in style prior to the team’s departure for Arizona to take on the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII. The entire team, as well as head coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft, will greet fans from the Gillette Stadium field just before boarding buses to the airport.

The event is free and open to the public. Parking at Gillette Stadium is also free. Gillette Stadium parking lots and gates will open at 9 a.m. for the 10 a.m. sendoff. Please note that tailgating will not be allowed in the parking lots on Sunday.

WHAT: Super Bowl Sendoff with Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick
WHEN: Sunday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Gillette Stadium
WHO: Governor Patrick, Robert and Jonathan Kraft, Bill Belichick and the 2007 AFC Champion New England Patriots.

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26 comments so far...

  1. Good Luck, have fun out west!!
    Pats 38, Giants 17

    Now, lets all go to the Giants message boards and tell everyone what the results of this game will REALLY be!!

    Posted by Tokyo_Lizard January 25, 08 07:47 AM

  1. Confusion? Is this even going to be held inside the stadium on the field, or is this going to be a party in the parking lot. I cant wait to go check it out, but it will be pale in comparison to the duckboat parade after the superbowl. :) :) :)

    Posted by Brendan January 25, 08 11:18 AM

  1. Great Season so far !!! Put the hammer down in Arizona, light the Giants up and show the rest of the country what team really is the best in the NFL........

    Posted by Greg January 25, 08 11:54 AM

  1. so last time we went to this event it was outside in the parking lot, you got to see some guys waving or smiling as they come out but they pretty much get right on the bus, no autographs or anything and wave at everyone from the buses as they leave.

    Also you will freeze up there....if you haven't been before, there's no windbreak so please parents dress kids appropriately we saw alot of blue frozen children!

    Posted by Kel January 25, 08 04:32 PM

  1. bren

    its the same as the other 3 times. is this your first time? are you new here?

    Posted by geeblaun January 26, 08 01:48 AM

  1. For anyone who has been there before, what happens? It sounds like they are letting you in the stadium to see them off from the field, is that not correct?

    Posted by adpatsfan January 26, 08 12:41 PM

  1. Good luck guys and thanks for a terrific season. Those of us ordinary fans who can't even afford to attend a game at home are just as much behind you as those who can....we're proud of you whatever happens. GO PATS!

    Posted by ooch January 26, 08 01:28 PM

  1. This is NOT just watching them walk to the bus (at least not this year) ...
    More details at the WBZ website:
    http://wbztv.com/sports/patriots.rally.super.2.636559.html

    Posted by Paulo January 26, 08 07:30 PM

  1. GP Patriots Will be praying for 1 more HUGE win so you can break all records Bring back another SUPERBOWL and You are the BEST team ever

    Posted by Paula January 26, 08 07:54 PM

  1. I hear that Brady is in Mexihole with Jessica Simpleton. Supwidat? Go Giants!

    Posted by Larry McAndrew January 26, 08 08:26 PM

  1. I've been to this twice before, and been frozen, but it's totally worth it! The last times it was all outside the stadium, you stood in the parking lot and watched a few players, Bill, Bob Kraft and Mitt Romney (the Governor then) on stage talking, and waving to people. From what I understand this time, they're allowing fans into the stadium to sit and watch the hooplah going on on the field. Sounds great to me! I highly recommend going there when they win too, it's fantastic to see them come off the busses, complete with trophy in hand! Many of the players stopped at fans for photos and autographs. VERY cold, so bundle up!

    Posted by Julie January 26, 08 08:42 PM

  1. I live in Arizona and would like to greet the team when they arrive.

    Anyone know when they will arrive in Phoenix?

    Posted by Normand Levesque January 26, 08 10:55 PM

  1. my brother is dying of lung and liver cancer he lives in Bullhead City , Arizona I would love to take hin to the game but we cannot afford tickets at stubhub or Ebay prices he is a native New englander and life long New England sportsfan. This is not some lame attempt to get tickets but A brothers cry for someone to help us . Please if there is anyone willing to help my email is endzoned4lfe@yahoo.com and my phone number is 530-528-1292 I am going to arizona to see him on thursday I have some money and would gladly give what I cann to fullfil his last days. God Bless al who consider us and thanks for letting me post this I don't Know what else to do. God be with my brother and anyone who can help with this incredible request. Thanks Chuck Lampron

    Posted by charles lampron January 27, 08 01:19 AM

  1. Impossible for me to make it from some 6000 miles away from Algiers (Algeria).
    GO PATS my heart is with you. I still have a Pats jersey from my days at UMASS,
    I'll be wearing it from now till victory which, unfortunately, i'll celebrate all by myself as there are no American football fans around here. PATS ALL THE WAY
    GOOD LUCK.

    Posted by Mohamed Boudjelab January 27, 08 05:10 AM

  1. Proud is not even the. Respect,honor & pride!

    Love the Pats

    Posted by dcree January 27, 08 05:33 AM

  1. Ok gee...you're the MAN! God forbid someone isn't as cool as you and hasn't been to the previous "3" sendoffs. You must have jumped on the bandwagon in 2001, where were you in '86 and '97. Nothing worse than a cocky dork who's an expert in going to parking lot sendoffs. Wave to the team from 200 yards away for me! GO PATS!!!

    Posted by The Decider January 27, 08 09:08 AM

  1. Pats: 48 Giants: 6

    Go Pats!

    Best TEAM ever.

    Posted by Steve January 27, 08 09:35 AM

  1. good luck guys,we all think you are awesome and will come back home 19and o keep up the teamwork and we will see you next sunday...go pats

    Posted by marie January 27, 08 09:38 AM

  1. Keep your focus, guys, and ignore all the media hype. You're the best.

    Posted by David Erskine January 27, 08 10:40 AM

  1. GOOD LUCK PATS!! All you fans that live up there are SO LUCKY to be able to go to this.. Wish I could go cheer them on! Can't wait till Sunday 2/3

    Posted by debbie January 27, 08 10:49 AM

  1. Larry-- Nice attempt.. Doubt that Brady's type is Jessica Simpson.. Have you checked out his latest girl?? Well, I can tell you that Eli is not on a vaca with a girl..he's at home with mommy packing his PACIFIER for his trip away from home.. GO PATS!!!

    Posted by debbie January 27, 08 10:55 AM

  1. Go Pats!!!!!!!!!!!
    I'm proud of all the Patriots, Coaches & Owners.
    Job well done!
    19-0

    Posted by Barbara A.Nikas & Family January 27, 08 11:02 AM

  1. JOIN THE SOX AND KICK SOME MORE NY BUTT!!!

    N.E. - 41
    N.Y. - 21

    Posted by CHUCK January 27, 08 11:22 AM

  1. Patriot fan who lives in Phoenix. Super excited about the Pats being here in Arizona. Gonna be at the airport tonight to welcome them in. Go-Pats let's kck some New York @#$& !!!

    Posted by Dennis P January 27, 08 11:49 AM

  1. Also a Patriot fan who lives in Phoenix.....can anyone give any details about their arrival into Sky Harbor....is it open to the public? Will they have a place for fans to gather? Which terminal will they arrive? HELP!!! Do not want to miss out on this opportunity for my family.....any info anyone has will be helpful

    Posted by Merit E January 27, 08 02:20 PM

  1. I just went to the super bowl send off! it was awesome, even though it was cold! It was awesome to see all the players.

    GO PATS!!!

    Posted by Ariel January 27, 08 02:36 PM
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