The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is all set to welcome fans to its campus on Saturday, Nov. 23. This highly anticipated football game against the University of Texas at El Paso marks the fourth meeting between the Volunteers and Miners, with the first encounter since 2018. The excitement is palpable as kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. EST inside the renowned Neyland Stadium. Gates will open at 11 a.m., allowing fans to make their way in and soak in the pre-game atmosphere.

Game Broadcast and Audio Options

This game will be a digital-only broadcast on ESPN+/SEC Network+. Fans can easily access the live action through the ESPN app on their smartphones, tablets, and other connected streaming devices or on ESPN’s website. Additionally, Tennessee Athletics’ official radio broadcast is available on the Vol Network of 70 stations across Tennessee and the Southeast. Locally, it can be heard on WIVK-FM 107.7/WNML-FM 99.1. SiriusXM subscribers can tune in to Ch. 158 or 191, or use the SiriusXM app on Ch. 961. The Varsity app also provides a live audio stream. Vol Radio Network flagship station WNML, The Sports Animal, will offer a Spanish-language broadcast on AM 990 radio in Knoxville and can be streamed on 991thesportsanimal.com and the Sports Animal app. A live audio stream of both English and Spanish broadcasts will be available at UTSports.com and the Tennessee Athletics app.

Honoring Our Nation’s Veterans

This matchup is the annual Salute to Service game, where Tennessee Athletics pays tribute to our nation’s service members, veterans, and their families. Members of UT’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs will join other branches of the military in the color guard to lead the Vol Walk and present the colors during the national anthem. A pregame flyover will feature a KC-135 from the 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Air Base. The 2024 inductees to the UT Knoxville Army ROTC Hall of Fame will be recognized during the first quarter. At halftime, a contracting ceremony will be held for select Army and Air Force ROTC cadets. The Pride of the Southland Band will dedicate its halftime performance, featuring patriotic music, to service members and recognize UT students who are recipients of the Vols of Honor Scholarship, provided in partnership with Folds of Honor to spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled service members and first responders.

Celebrating Vol Seniors

The regular season home finale is also Senior Day, a time when Tennessee Athletics honors football seniors and their families. Seniors from the Spirit Squad and Pride of the Southland Band will also be recognized, adding to the festive atmosphere. This is a special occasion for the senior players and their loved ones, as they are celebrated for their contributions to the team.

Game Day Activities

Fans can kickstart their game day experience by stopping by Truly’s Tailgate, located outside Gate 9, starting at 9 a.m. Here, they can enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks. Truly’s Tailgate remains open throughout most of the game and closes at the end of the third quarter. The Toyota Volunteer Village, situated in Humanities Plaza, will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., offering live entertainment, a variety of food options, and fun games. The Vol Walk begins at 10:50 a.m., followed by the Pride of the Southland Band march at 11:20 a.m., setting the stage for an unforgettable pre-game show.

Gate Information

Students will line up along Phillip Fulmer Way and enter the stadium at the southeast corner of Gate 10. It’s important to note that Gates 4, 4A, 6, and 8 are not operational this season due to ongoing stadium improvements. However, there are additional gates for fans to use. Accessible elevators are available at Gates 15, 21, and 26. Medical bags can be checked at all gates, and Gate 21 is the designated ADA support entry point. These gate details ensure that all fans, regardless of their needs, can enjoy the game comfortably.

Stadium Resources and Enhancements

Fans have access to UT Medical Center resources throughout Neyland Stadium, including onsite clinics and four first-aid stations equipped with innovative technology such as portable diagnostic services and advanced life support equipment. Roaming medical teams are present on all stadium levels, ready to provide rapid medical care. RockyTopWifi is available throughout the stadium, enhancing the fan experience. Additionally, there are upgraded speakers in the lower bowl of the stadium and concession upgrades, making the game day experience even more enjoyable.

Digital Tickets and Parking Passes

All tickets and parking passes will be digital and can be accessed through a mobile device. Fans are encouraged to download the Tennessee Athletics app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and download their tickets to their Apple Wallet or Google Pay before arriving on campus. This digital system ensures a seamless entry process and reduces the hassle of physical tickets. Fans who need assistance with their digital tickets can visit ticket office locations at Gates 21 and 23.

Game Day Parking and Shuttles

Parking lots will open at 7 a.m., providing ample time for fans to find a parking spot. Detailed parking information is available on the UT Football Game Day parking page. There is limited paid public parking on campus along Volunteer Boulevard West between Todd Helton Drive and Cumberland Avenue, with mobile-pay spots costing $60. Shuttles for season ticket parking permit holders will begin running three hours before kickoff, starting at 10 a.m. Free accessible parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis on the UT Institute of Agriculture campus. An accessible shuttle will drop fans off at the Student Union loading dock. Public parking is also available in downtown Knoxville garages and lots. The Market Square and State Street garages are free, while other parking areas range in price from $30 to $60 for cars. Metered locations cost $25. Fans can choose to ride a Knoxville Area Transit bus to campus. A day pass costs $2, and three routes can take fans to Cumberland Avenue. KAT will offer two shuttles for the game that begin three hours before kickoff from the Civic Coliseum and Market Square/Krutch Park. Each shuttle is $10 round trip per person, and additional parking fees may apply. Shuttle tickets can be purchased only through KAT’s free official app, Transit. After purchasing shuttle tickets, do not activate them until just before boarding the shuttle on game day. Day passes can also be purchased through the Transit app.

Game Day Safety Measures

Drones and unmanned aircraft systems are strictly prohibited on university property starting four hours before the scheduled kickoff time of a football game, during the game, and for two hours after the conclusion. Fans are allowed to bring one unopened factory-sealed clear water bottle and one empty clear water bottle per person. As required by the SEC, fans can bring one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon clear resealable plastic storage bag. They can also bring a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. No other bags will be allowed inside the stadium. Fans interested in purchasing an approved clear bag can visit the Official Team Store at Neyland Stadium, VolShop locations in the Student Union, at the corner of Cumberland Avenue and 17th Street, and in University Commons, as well as other area retailers. All items are subject to search at the gates. The clear bag policy has more detailed information. Fans can report suspicious activity by texting 865-974-9898 with their seat location (concourse, section, row, seat number) and issue. Smoking is prohibited at UT, including within private vehicles parked or operated on university property. Anyone attempting to enter the stadium with alcohol will be denied entry, and the same policies apply to fans sitting in the student section.

Other Prohibited Items

Artificial noisemakers, open umbrellas, outside food, snacks and beverages (unless medically necessary), radios without headphones, video cameras, professional cameras and cameras with detachable lenses, stadium seats with arms or side pockets, selfie sticks, and weapons of any kind, including pocket knives, are not allowed inside the stadium. No items can be stored or left at the gates. However, fans can bring cushions or seats without arms or side pockets, small cameras, binoculars and mobile phones, and small bags with medically necessary items (Note: Diapers and non-medically necessary items for babies and young children, including snacks, must be carried in a clear bag).