Be there by 5:00 at the latest to get a seat. The gates are opening at 4:00 this year. Many people and put something down to save a seat at 4:00, then return to their car to tailgate. Or, if you eat at the game, Alcoa band boosters have an excellent meal for $7. (hamburger, french fries, drink). Have to warn you, the visitors side in facing the full sun and the Alcoa side is partly shady. If you have no team preference, you might want to try to get a shady spot on the Alcoa side. If you are there by 5:00, you will be able to find a spot in front of the Middle School or on the road behind the high school football field. Either of those is an easy walk to the field. If you are looking for easy access out, you might want to try parking on one of the residential streets in front of the high school, facing AWAY from the school.