New Mexico Game Notes | South Dakota Game Notes | 2016 Parking Map |
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s been a long nine months since the 2015 Gildan New Mexico Bowl, but The University of New Mexico Lobos will take on the University of South Dakota Coyotes on Thursday night at 7 p.m. in a game that will be broadcast on ROOT SPORTS throughout the Western United States on ROOT SPORTS Northwest, Southwest and Rocky Mountain.
The game is not just the 2016 debut for Lobo Football as the team looks to get back to a bowl game in back-to-back years, but it’s the debut of plenty of new fan enhancements and amenities that should make going to Lobo Football an even better experience.
Along with the opener, UNM will play five other home games including a Homecoming tilt with San Jose State on October 1 and a big rematch with Boise State Oct. 7. UNM will have its final home non-conference game on October 22 against ULM, and then two more conference games with Nevada on November 5 and Wyoming on November 26.
In recent years, game day traditions such as the family-friendly Howl Zone, the pre-game Lobo Prowl, The New Mexico Man, and the addition of a state-of-the-art Daktronics LED display board – the biggest board in the Mountain West – have turned Lobo Football into a family friendly event. Now, UNM has listened to the fan feedback and added more to make the 2016 season the best yet.
The first 5,000 fans into the stadium will receive Lobo Spirit Bands, the first of six giveaways, one for each home game, this season. In the Howl Zone, a pregame performance by local band The Noms will take place, with the band also performing at halftime.
However, football is about being a fan, and having food options, and with UNM’s new multi-year partnership with Levy Restaurants, fans will love tasting great food with locally inspired flavors.
This week’s special concession item is the New Mexico Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwich, which will be offered in the North and South Grill Stands.
Also available is the Chama River Brewing Company Craft Corner, which is located in the Southwest End Zone field level area. This 200-seat section features $40 tickets that includes a full buffet in the price of the ticket. Along with the buffet, fans in this section will be able to purchase special craft beers from Chama River Brewing Company.
However, fans don’t have to be in the CRBC3 to enjoy a beer in the stadium, as UNM and Levy will sell beer and wine throughout the stadium. Please see this previous release for information on UNM’s policies regarding the purchasing of beer and wine.
After games this season, fans will be able to head down to the Branch Field surface and be on the field after the game, taking photos, playing catch and most important, making memories.
Season tickets for the 2016 Lobo Football season are still available for fans who are looking for the most economical way to be a part of the exciting season ahead. Packages for all seven home games can be purchased for as low as $96. In addition to season ticket packages, the Lobos will continue to offer the Sadie’s of New Mexico, Dominos Team New Mexico and Albertsons Football Family Plan. Click here for specific offer details
Single-game tickets for the 2016 season will go on sale Friday, August 20th, exclusively online at www.unmtickets.com. Customers wishing to purchase in-person can do so at the Lobo Football Fan Photo Day on Saturday, August 20th from 10:15am-12:45pm or on Monday, August 22nd at The Lobo Ticket Office in Wise Pies Arena – The Pit, The UNM Bookstore and at all Albertson’s Ticket Outlets.
Below is a price break down for fans purchasing season tickets compared to those who purchase single tickets. Information includes the per-game average, cost of tickets if purchased game-by-game and the potential savings for season-ticket holders. The information below indicates the pricing those who purchase single-game tickets for the 2016 Lobo football season. Please note that the game against New Mexico State is the Lobo’s PREMIUM GAME for this season:
| 2016 FB Season Tickets | FB Season Tickets Per Game Cost | Single-Game Ticket Cost | ||||
| Premium | $221 | $36.83 | $40 | |||
| Silver | $154 | $25.67 | $30 | |||
| Turquoise | $110 | $18.33 | $25 | |||
| Cherry | $96 | $16.00 | $20 | |||
Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance at the Lobo Ticket Office, Bookstore Ticket Office, online at www.golobos.com or by calling 505.925.LOBO.
UNM will hold the following promotions during each of the 2016 six home games:
- Lobos vs. South Dakota on 9/1 – “Thursday Night Home Opener”. Lobo Club Ambassador Program Recognition. Partnership with Children’s Cancer Fund of New Mexico. Pre-game and halftime performance by The Noms. The first 5,000 fans through the gate will receive a Lobo Spirit Band. This game is sponsored by media partners Cumulus (610 KNML – The Sports Animal) .
- Lobos vs. San Jose State on 10/1 – Homecoming game, halftime recognition for UNM Royalty Court. The first 5,000 fans through the gate will receive a Lobo Sunglasses, brought to you by Defined Fitness. This game is sponsored by media partners MY 50 TV & IHeartRadio .
- Lobos vs. Boise State on 10/7 – Youth American Football League Day – selected youth teams will play at halftime. The first 5,000 fans through the gate will receive a Lobo Car Magnet, brought to you by Elite 25 Realty. The Lobos will recognize media partners Bank of the West and media partners Comcast Spotlight and 770 KKOB News Radio.
- Lobos vs. UL- Monroe on 10/22 – “The Lobos Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week” & “Lobos Love Pink”. Special edition Pink Socks will be given away at the gate. The Lobos will recognize media partners New Mexico CW and I HeartRadio.
- Lobos vs. Nevada on 11/5 – “Heroes Day” allows all fans with a valid military ID can purchase Turquoise Level tickets for $15 each or Cherry Level tickets for $11. Lobo Dog Tags will be given away at the gate, brought to you by you La Montanita. The Lobos will recognize media partners ESPN RADIO – 101.7 THE TEAM & Fox New Mexico.
- Lobos vs. Wyoming on 11/26 – Senior Day Recognition Day! Special edition Lobo Texting gloves will be given away at the gate. The Lobos will be recognizing media partners Univision, American General Media and Comcast Spotlight.
Fans who are looking to park close to University Stadium can do so for $10 parking in the following areas: Stadium East, Isotopes C, Pit West, SSSC, SSSC Dirt, TVC and STP lots. The lots at Lobo Village and south of the Gutierrez lot are $5 parking lots. If you are a member of the Lobo Club, you can get free parking as a benefit for all Lobo football home games. Your donation to the Lobo Club is applicable to both Lobo football and basketball parking and is a tax deductible donation.
For Lobos fans and companies looking to purchase discounted group tickets of 25 or more, or host a tailgate in the Howl Zone can call Joe Gehling at (505)925–1620. Click on group tickets, tents and preferred catering for more information on your potential group outing at Lobo football.
Go online to www.unmtickets.com to purchase your tickets or visit the GoLobos.com 2015 Football Tickets page for more information on all your Lobo football ticket information.
The Lobo Ticket Office in The Pit is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The UNM Bookstore Ticket Office hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday, noon-4 p.m. If you wait to purchase single-game tickets, please mark your calendars as single game tickets go on sale Monday August 24th in-person at the Lobo Ticket Office in The Pit.