Coastal Carolina Head Coach David Bennett, along with former Chanticleer and current NFL players Tyler Thigpen (Kansas City Chiefs - QB) and Quinton Teal (Carolina Panthers- DB) will appear on Sunday, July 26 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Dick's Sporting Goods at Coastal Grand Mall.

Bennett and the former players are promoting the store's new line of officially licensed Coastal Carolina University merchandise. The threesome will be available to sign autographs, take photos and interact with Chanticleer fans. Chauncey the Chanticleer will also make an appearance, and fans can pick up a free Coastal Carolina football schedule poster along with discount cards from Dick's.

Dick's Sporting Goods is the latest retail location to join the Coastal Carolina licensed merchandise program, which has grown to encompass more than 35 Grand Strand retailers. To become a licensed vendor or retailer of Chanticleer product, or for more information, contact Trenny Neff in Coastal Carolina University's Office of University Communication at 843-349-2102.