{"product_id":"autographed-game-ball-from-10-2-opening-night","title":"Coach Braun Autographed Game-Used Ball - First Game at New Ryan Field (10\/2)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn a priceless piece of Northwestern Wildcats football history with this autographed game ball from the opening night of New Ryan Field on October 2, 2026. Signed by Northwestern Head Coach David Braun, this collectible commemorates a new chapter in the Northwestern Wildcat Football story. The collective excitement, enthusiasm and energy led up to an opening game that brought all Cats fans together (alums + students + community) for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wildcats took the field with exuberance, and that’s how they played for the next four quarters. The handily defeated Penn State’s Nittany Lions 34-13, making the night of 10\/2\/26 all the more momentous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA special keepsake from an unforgettable night in Northwestern football history, this signed game ball celebrates the program's tradition, leadership, and continued success under Coach Braun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*The ball pictured is not the exact ball being offered. It will look similar to the one pictured.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item comes with an official digital Certificate of Authenticity signed by Northwestern Athletics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping within the contiguous U.S. is free. Shipping costs outside of the contiguous U.S. vary. If you would like a shipping quote before making your purchase, please send your name and shipping address to northwestern@gocollectu.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA portion of the proceeds supports Northwestern Athletics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collect Northwestern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48135118323889,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/9091\/3713\/files\/SOLD_c32b00f3-36cc-4dfe-977f-771cd83bedbc.jpg?v=1793830251","url":"https:\/\/www.collectnu.com\/products\/autographed-game-ball-from-10-2-opening-night","provider":"Collect Northwestern","version":"1.0","type":"link"}