Georgia State's encore football season kicks off on Friday Night Sept. 2 under the bright lights of the Georgia Dome.

Coach Curry allowed the Georgia State players to elect their three captains for the 2011-12 encore football season.

Based on their leadership traits as seen by their teammates, the captains are senior defensive end Christo Bilukidi (defense), senior tight end Arthur Williams (offense) and junior linebacker Akeen Felder (special teams).

Bilukidi is a 6-foot-5, 290-pound lineman who was born in Angola and has lived in France, Brazil and Canada with his father, who is a diplomat. Williams is a 6-foot-3, 245-pound tight end who hails from Miami, Fla. Felder is a 6-foot-1, 205-pound linebacker from Perry, Ga.

Georgia State's encore football season kicks off on Friday Night Sept. 2 under the bright lights of the Georgia Dome.

Tailgating starts early outside the Dome. The PantherZone tailgate area has been moved to the Brown Lot. The PantherZone is the designated area for games, contests, entertainment and game day giveaways as part of the tailgating. The Orange Lot remains a headquarters for alumni and other tailgating activities. Come early and join the tailgate fun.

Make your plans and get your season tickets now.  GSU's kickoff is just 24 days away!

Call 866-GA-STATE or visit the Ticket Page on this site.

Day 30 Countdown : Bleed Blue on 09/02

Day 29 Countdown: GSU Billboards To Feature Season Ticket Holders

Day 28 Countdown: Free Carnival In Orange Lot

Day 27 Countdown: Cheer Clinic and Spirit Day

Day 26 Countdown: Parents Package Deal

Day 25 Countdown: Kickoff Luncheon

Day 24 Countdown: Student Ticket Upgrade