It has always been a huge debate which college in the south has the best tailgate. Now that question is being put to the test.
Southern Living magazine is hosting the "South's Best Tailgate Party," sweepstakes from Sept. 15 until 11:59 p.m. Oct. 1, 2012.
Auburn, along with 19 other southern colleges, appears on the list for voters to choose from.
That gives Auburn University students, alumni and fans 17 days to vote for Auburn and also to enter for a chance to win a $2,500 cash prize.
"It's so cool to have our college recognized in the 20 schools because tailgating really does mean so much to us here and it's good to know that everyone who reads that magazine will see that if we win," said junior Hayley Smith.
The sweepstakes is applicable to any legal US resident that is at least 18 years of age or older.
You can vote and enter the sweepstakes two ways; by using your smartphone with a data plan to scan your favorite school QR code featured in the September 2012 issue of Southern Living magazine or online entry.
The grand prize winner will be selected Oct. 15 and will be notified by email, but must respond within 10 days to collect the cash.
As for which schools might give Auburn a run for its money in the contest, Ole Miss and University of Florida have come up.
"I've heard Ole Miss has some killer tailgating, the Grove is specially catered to tailgates before the game," said junior Natasha Niemann.
LSU is also a top contender, according to other Auburn students.
"Auburn definitely should win, no doubt," said Sam Kniskern, recent Auburn graduate. "I already graduated and still come back for the games. We may call Auburn God's country, but when it comes to game day it's all about tailgating and Maker's. It just never gets old."
To vote, visit SouthernLiving.com/tailgate
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