Mark your calendars for an exciting day celebrating our Lackawanna College Football alumni’s legacy and Coach Mark Duda’s farewell to Lackawanna College!
Join us while we connect our alumni through campus tours with Coach Mark Duda, our Annual Lackawanna College Football Spring Game, notable football alumni returning to the sidelines, a happy hour, and a Build the Future Reception all on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This event is open to the public and we encourage you to check back here for any updates!
At this event we will formally kick off our Build the Future of Athletics Campaign to support Lackawanna College’s Transition to Division II NCAA Athletics. A portion ($25.00) from every registration for the event will be a gift to the Build the Future Campaign.
Falcon Football Legacy Day – Saturday, May 2, 2026
RSVP DEADLINE – Monday, April 27, 2026
Football Alumni T-Shirt Deadline – Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Activities
Alumni Campus Tours with Coach Mark Duda – 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Location: Angeli Hall, 501 Vine St., Scranton, PA 18509
Come to campus and see the additions since you were last on campus. Stops include, Angeli Hall, McKinnie Hall, Student Union/Athletics Department, and 409 Complex: Cafeteria.
Check in and Registration: Rear Entrance to Angeli Hall-North Washington St. Entrance
Parking: Rear of Angeli Hall
Annual Lackawanna College Football Spring Game – 3:00pm
Location: Valor Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium
Take a seat and pace the side lines to enjoy our annual spring football game, seeing our football players in action! Opportunities for photos with your teammates and Coach Mark Duda will also be available.
Area: 816 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508
Parking: Adjacent to Football Field
Post-Game Happy Hour – 5:00pm
Location: Lackawanna College’s 409 on Adams, 409 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
Join us for after-game drinks and mingle with the college community at our Post-Game Happy Hour!
Parking: Angeli Hall Parking Lots and Street Parking
Build the Future Reception – 6:00pm
Location: Lackawanna College’s 409 on Adams, 409 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
This ticketed event fundraiser signals the kick to the Build the Future Campaign, an event to highlight the legacy of Coach Mark Duda and look to the future as we transition to NCAA Division II athletics. The evening reception will include open bar, live-chef attended food stations, entertainment and a short program showcasing the future. You do not want to miss this!
Parking: Angeli Hall Parking Lots and Street Parking
Cost: $75.00 Adults, $35.00 Youth, Children Complementary.
See below for Registration & Payment Links.
Event Attire
Guests are encouraged to come dressed casually.
Hotel Blocks
Need to stay the night to attend? Two local hotels have room blocks available with discounted rates. Use the links below to book your rooms.
- Radisson Downtown Scranton: 700 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 – Room block available until April 7, 2026.
- Courtyard by Marriott: 16 Glenmaura National Boulevard Scranton, Pa 18507
Ready to Sign-up?
Step 1: Click here for the Falcon Football Legacy Day Registration Form.
- Tell us which part of the day you will be joining us for.
- Give us additional contact information to get up to date information.
- Register by Wedneday, April 15, to guarantee your size for a NEW Lackawanna College Football Alumni (Alumni players only).
Step 2: Click here to complete payment registration for the Build the Future Happy Hour and Reception.
Build the Future Reception Pricing
- Football or Coach Alumni Ticket (includes 1 guest) $75.00
- General Admission (Non-Football/Coach Alum) Ticket $75.00
- Youth Ticket (13 to 20 years old) $35.00
- Child Ticket (12 years and under) Complimentary
As part of this special evening, a portion of ticket proceeds will support the Build the Future Campaign. We will also introduce an initiative dedicated to honoring Coach Mark Duda’s legacy at Lackawanna College athletic facilities. Guests will have the opportunity to learn more about how they can be part of this lasting tribute.
Event Sponsorship AVAILABLE
Don’t miss the chance to help sponsor this special day! Click here to view our Falcon Football Legacy Day Sponsorship Packet to learn how you can contribute.
We hope to see there as we celebrate a legacy of greatness from our Lackawanna College Football Program and Coach Mark Duda!
Have Any Questions?
Email advancement@lackawanna.edu or call (570) 961-1541 for any questions you may have.