Sept. 5, 2016
The UTEP Miners will play host to the Army West Point Black Knights for the first time on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. Fort Bliss plays such a vital role in the El Paso community and is a tremendous partner to the city and UTEP. We are proud to celebrate “One City. One Team” with a salute to the nation’s military at this historic game.
Fans can explore Army static displays all around the stadium during the pregame festivities, including an M1 Abrams Tank, Bradley Fighting Vehicle, Patriot Missile Launcher, M1117 Armored Security Vehicle and M1135 NBC Reconnaissance Vehicle. All fans will receive either a red, white or blue rally towel that will produce a spectacular patriotic “stripe out” of the stadium. Commemorative military ID tags will also be given to the first 20,000 fans. Fans will want to be in their seats early to witness the field-sized American flag for the National Anthem and an Apache Helicopter flyover with a Parachute Jump Team delivering the game ball. The unified coin toss will include representatives from Fort Bliss, El Paso, UTEP and West Point. A Fort Bliss soldier who won in competition at the Warrior Games will carry the “Miner Pick” and lead the Miners from the tunnel onto the field.
The game itself will feature special military video tributes and a combined halftime performance by the UTEP and Fort Bliss (1AD) band along with the USO Show Troop. There will be a military enlistment ceremony at halftime as well, and the Fort Bliss Soldier of the Year will be honored. After the game, fans can come onto the field and enjoy a breathtaking firework display.
UTEP football season tickets will remain on sale leading up to the Army game. Ticket prices start at just $75 for general admission, and family packs (two adults/two youth) are available for $210. Call 747-6150 for season tickets and 747-5234 for single-game tickets. Military discounts will be honored for all purchases.
