Dr. Cannon graciously autographed souvenir posters designed by NSU associate sports information director Matthew Bonnette and books provided by Dr. Price, along with LSU helmets, photographs and footballs brought by fans.Guests paid $20 per person to attend the event, raising about $2,000 for the NSU Demon Football Athletic Fieldhouse Renovation project. Before it began, he gave a spirited and entertaining talk to the Demon football team, talking about his experiences running track at the NSC Relays in old Demon Stadium, and advising them on how to approach football and life. He got a standing ovation before and after his speech from the team. After the autograph session, he posed for pictures with the Demons and head coach Bradley Dale Peveto at The Link behind the south end zone of Turpin Stadium.