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10/15/2025

7 17 Credit Union kicks off YSU’s Homecoming with FREE Tickets; will launch YSU Visa® Credit Cards at Homecoming Game

7 17 Credit Union and Youngstown State Athletics are excited to team up and announce a new Affinity Credit Card AND a special ticket offer for the YSU Football game against Murray State at Stambaugh Stadium later this month.

7 17 Credit Union is an Official Sponsor of YSU Athletics. Through a partnership with 7 17, Youngstown State football fans can receive numerous ticket offers for the home football game against Murray State on Saturday, October 25.

Kickoff for the contest is set for 2 p.m. The contest is YSU’s annual Homecoming game and marks the first time the Racers will travel to Youngstown since 1987.

Fans can obtain tickets to the game three ways:

7 17 members get free tickets by showing their 7 17 credit or debit card
Discounted tickets priced at $7.17 by using any credit card/debit card either online or at the YSU Athletic Ticket Office
$17 with a cash-only purchase

“7 17 is proud to be an official sponsor of YSU Athletics and be part of such a special Homecoming tradition,” said John Demmler, President and CEO of 7 17 Credit Union. “Our partnership reflects our commitment to the Valley—bringing people together, building community pride, and helping to create unforgettable experiences for the community, fans and families.”

Tickets are available online through YSUsports.com or at the YSU Athletic Ticket Office located at Stambaugh Stadium. Ticket office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To further celebrate YSU’s homecoming game on Saturday, October 25, 7 17 Credit Union will launch a YSU Visa® Credit Card that day. The credit card is designed to celebrate the spirit of Youngstown State University. With a 7.17% APR for life on purchases and balance transfers made in the first 90 days, plus no fees for balance transfers, no cash advance fee, and no annual fee, the card offers real value in helping members save money. Even more impactful, 7.17 cents from every transaction goes directly to support YSU student athletes, creating a built-in way to give back with every purchase.

"We're always looking for new ways to connect our passionate Penguin community, and the YSU Affinity Credit Card is a great example of that," said Ron Strollo, Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. "With the YSU Affinity Credit Card, supporters can now give back to our teams every time they swipe. It's another way to stand behind our student-athletes and keep building the winning tradition we're so proud of."

“The introduction of a YSU Visa Credit Card allows us to build something meaningful together,” said Demmler. “We’re honored to work alongside YSU to support student athletes and the community, while offering real financial benefits to improve people’s lives.”