JACKSON - In an effort to show school spirit in the most important football game since Homecoming against No. 14 Trinity University in 2006, the Millsaps College sports information department is encouraging all students, fans, staff, alumni and supporters to wear purple for Saturday's game against No. 25 Centre College.

The Homecoming showdown between the Majors and Colonels will likely decide the 2009 SCAC Championship, with Centre owning a one-game lead over DePauw and Millsaps in the league standings. A Millsaps win Saturday and a Trinity win at DePauw would put the Majors in charge of their own destiny for a third playoff berth in four years.

Leftover "Purple Reign" shirts from the 2008 playoffs will be sold at the home gate for \$5 -- originally \$10 -- in an effort to bring more purple into the stands. Approximately 50 shirts will be available for purchase, including 24 medium, 15 large, six small, three XL and one XXL.

Football magnet and poster schedules will also be given out for free at both gates in addition to more Millsaps swag from the Alumni Association.

Come support the Majors Saturday at Harper Davis Field for a 1 p.m. kickoff.