UTRGV is looking ahead to the next game after their first was one for the books, with over 12,700 attending the inaugural game on Aug. 30 in Edinburg.
“The experience was electric, it was super fun it was the first game, so everybody was super hyped,” UTRGV freshman Jesus Rodriguez said.
Some students are still celebrating the Vaqueros' 66-0 victory over Sul Ross State , but many students said the biggest challenge happened before kickoff when they had to park far from the Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Prior to the game, UTRGV added more than 2,000 parking spaces last week and free ride shuttle services were also available for students and fans.
“Students have the same park and ride options as the general public, so they have the opportunity to park here and take the shuttle for free,