(Aug. 28, 2019) -- UTSA Football kicks off its ninth season this weekend in a hometown showdown that will bring San Antonio football fans together inside the Alamodome. The Roadrunners take on the University of Incarnate Word this Saturday, Aug. 31 at 5 p.m. This is the first time the teams have clashed on the football field. Not only will the game be played on brand new state of the art turf just rolled out in the Dome, a new season brings a lot of new, engaging experiences for fans to get fired up for the games.
This Thursday, Aug. 29, Roadrunner and Cardinal fans will come together in the heart of San Antonio, the River Walk, for the Hometown Showdown River Rally. The citywide pep rally begins at 6:30 p.m. with a river parade featuring boats carrying members of both football teams, and bands and cheerleaders from both schools. The boats will arrive at Arneson River Theatre around 7 p.m. for the River Rally, which will feature speakers from both universities and football programs and a Battle of the Bands. The Hometown Showdown River Rally is free and open to the public. All Roadrunners are encouraged to put on their orange and blue and show their UTSA pride on the River Walk.
Fans can show their Roadrunner spirit all week and hours before kickoff with many more family friendly activities.
Game week excitement:
Game Week Wednesday
Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central Plaza, Main Campus
Join Rowdy Crew for this mid-week gathering to gear up for this weekend’s game. Learn how to be a part of the full game day experience and meet student-athletes while enjoying games, giveways, snacks and tons of fun.
The Frank Wilson Show
Wednesday, 7 p.m., The Sandbox, 7280 UTSA Blvd., San Antonio
Fans are invited to join Coach Wilson and host Andy Everett for the one-hour radio show in its new location within walking distance of the UTSA Main Campus. There will be a chance for attendees to win prizes and giveaways. Fans also can call in at 210-736-9760 and listen on Ticket 760 AM, Ticket760.com and at goUTSA.com.
The Frank Wilson Show will continue at the same time each Wednesday throughout the season, except for a Tuesday 6 p.m. start on Oct. 29 and Nov. 19.
Hometown Showdown River Rally
Thursday, 6:30 p.m., San Antonio River Walk Downtown San Antonio
This exciting event leading up to the UTSA Football season opener with Incarnate Word brings the coaches, players, bands, cheerleaders and fans from both teams together for a spirited pep rally on the San Antonio River Walk, which is free and open to the public.
UTSA Football Insider
The 30-minute television program will air on AT&T SportsNet each Friday throughout the football season. Air times vary so check channel listings. In San Antonio, the program will air at 10:30 a.m. each Saturday on KMYS-CW 35. Full episodes also will be available on the UTSA Athletics website after the program airs on TV.
Pre-Game:
Rowdy Crew Tailgate
Saturday, 1 p.m., Alamodome Lot C
Students and their families will enjoy free food and non-alcoholic drinks, while supplies last, music and more.
Rowdy Town
Saturday, 2 p.m., H-E-B Plaza and VIA Bridge, north side of the Alamodome
Roadrunner fans of all ages can take part in free pregame festivities including food, games and music. Rowdy Town is open three hours before each home game.
UTSA Alumni Tailgate
Saturday, 2 p.m., Alamodome Lot C, along Cheery St. between Wyoming St. and Dashiell St.
The UTSA Alumni Association invites fans to the official Roadrunner Nation tailgate, three hours before game time at its new location. There will be food, music, a live watch party and more. For more information, visit the UTSA Alumni Association website.
Spirit Walk
Saturday, 3 p.m., Alamodome, Roadrunner Alley, between Lots B and C
This is an exciting tradition for fans to get the team pumped for the game. Join the Spirit of San Antonio and UTSA Spirit squads as they lead the team down Roadrunner Alley and into the Alamodome two hours before each home game. Fans can line the walkway between the Alamodome parking lots B and C, cheering and showing the team they’re behind them 100 percent. Fans can look for orange smoke in this area to know when it’s time for the Spirit Walk.
Rowdy Rush
Just before kickoff, Alamodome field
Before the first game of the season, UTSA freshman have a unique opportunity to take part in this exciting tradition of rushing onto the field then forming a human tunnel for players and coaches to run through minutes before kickoff.
Going to the game:
Get Your Tickets
All UTSA games offer free admission for UTSA students with UTSA ID. Students may also purchase up to four guest tickets at $10 each. Get ticket information.
Fans should be aware of the Alamodome clear bag policy including a list of the approved bags.
Game Day Parking:
Parking at the Alamodome is limited to fans with a season pass, but there are many other places to park or get to the game.
VIA U-Pass Game Day Service from Main Campus
UTSA and VIA Metropolitan Transit have partnered to offer VIA U-Pass Game Day Service, which will provide a special route called “route 93 - Alamodome Express” for all six of the Roadrunners’ home contests this season.
VIA U-Pass Game Day Service is available to UTSA students and employees free of charge with VIA U-Pass. Non-UTSA riders can purchase a Day Pass for $2.75 at the ticket trailer on site.
The service will begin two-and-a-half hours prior to kickoff with boarding located at the UTSA Campus Oval on the northeast corner of Main Campus and drop off at the Alamodome.
Riders also can use the service after the conclusion of the game to return to campus.
VIA Park and Ride
VIA Park and Ride locations will continue to operate following standard Park and Ride rates and charges. VIA U-Pass is not valid at Park and Ride locations.
Downtown Campus Parking
Students can park in any unmarked spaces on Saturdays at the Downtown Campus in Lots D-3 and D-4 under IH-35. They can catch the VIA Route 100 Promo on Buena Vista St. at North Pecos St. near UTSA Lot D-1. Look for VIA’s bus stop signage.
Institute of Texan Cultures Parking
Limited parking is available at the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures for $20. The lot opens three hours prior to game time and remains open until one hour after the game ends. Tailgaiting and open containers are not permitted. UTSA parking permits are not valid for game-day parking.
Rideshare
The drop-off and pick-up location for rideshare users is located in the parking lot next to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center at the corner of Montana Street and Tower of Americas Way.
Alamodome Entry
Doors will open to the public an hour and a half before kickoff. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats for the pregame festivities on the field featuring the Spirit of San Antonio Marching Band 15 minutes before kickoff. The Alamodome provides countdown to kickoff alerts in the parking lots in the hour leading up to game. The security team will visit the parking lots to sound an air horn at one hour, 30 minutes and 15 minutes prior to kickoff to help remind fans to begin heading to the Alamodome.
Game Day Traditions and Social Media
Get into game mode by brushing up on UTSA game traditions and other important information. Stay engaged with fellow Roadrunners by sharing your UTSA Game Day experiences on social media using #UTSA, #BirdsUp, #GoRunners and #DefendTheDome. Also, follow UTSA Football and UTSA Athletics on Twitter.
Can’t make it? Watch or listen live!
Saturday’s game will be streamed on ESPN3, which can be viewed on the ESPN app or online at watchespn.com (cable/satellite provider credentials are required to stream the game).
It can also be heard on Ticket 760 AM in San Antonio and live online at goUTSA.com, TuneIn.com, and Ticket760.com via the iHeartRadio app. The pregame shows begins at 3 p.m. and there will be a 45-minute postgame show.
Campus Experience
During the football season, the Monument lights and Student Union Tower lights will glow blue and orange during home game weeks. After a win, the lights turn orange in celebration for the rest of the weekend.
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