The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros game on Saturday is definitely one for the books.

Thousands of fans witnessed history in the making as UTRGV's football team took to the field for the first time.

More than 12,000 people packed the Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium in Edinburg. From students, alumni, families and even state and city representatives were present for the inaugural game.

There was not an area in the stadium where you weren't met with cheering fans.

"They've been talking about this for more than 10 years," UTRGV fan Tristan Echavarria said.

Pre-game excitement shifted to the field as the Vaqueros took the field for the first time in program history.

And it was a moment many won't forget.

"I'm hype, it didn't disappoint at all. The hype is real! Puro 956!

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