Body paint and boom sticks signal the launch of the homecoming kick-off. With confetti in the air and the noise of the crowd cheering from behind, one can’t but help admire the week that led to this day, a day that only comes once a year.

Fresno City College Homecoming week runs October 20 – 25. Fun-filled events include spirit rallies and a shopping cart float challenge.

Homecoming tailgate festivities start on Oct. 25 at 4:30 p.m. on the soccer field next to Ratcliffe Stadium. Later, the FCC Rams will play against College of the Sequoias. Kick-off will be at 7 p.m.

Tickets for this year’s game can be purchased in the college activities office which is located next to the cafeteria. The theme for this year’s Homecoming is “Rams go for the Gold.” FCC activities office encourages students to get involved in college activities and have some fun and gain a lot of school spirit.

What is Homecoming without royalty? FCC students will be able to elect their very own king and queen.

This year’s competition includes Kava Myers, Anthony Jones, Cleshay Battle, Josie Gonzales, Chance Sigala, Melissa Farsakian, William Spain, and Jessica Quirez. All candidates attended a mandatory meeting on Oct. 14, where they learned the rules and regulations of the campaign.

Voting for homecoming royalty will be held for three days, Oct 21-23, around the main water fountain.