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Lobo fans are filling University Stadium in record numbers. In fact, nine of the top-10 crowds in the history of the stadium have occurred since 2001 and season tickets have more than tripled over the past 14 years.
New Mexico has set school attendance records four times in the past six years and in 2005 UNM averaged 99% capacity at University Stadium - one of the best ratios in the country. From 2001-05, UNM had an average attendance over 30,000, a first for the program.
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The Lobos' home field has become a very intimidating place for visitors. UNM has won 16 of its past 28 home games overall, 12 of its last 21 against Mountain West competition and 13 of its last 19 against non-conference foes. New Mexico is 21-14 in its last 35 home games overall and 25-16 since the middle of the 2000 season.
University Stadium was expanded prior to the start of the 2001 season. Capacity increased to 37,370 as 5,700 seats were added at the north end. The east and west stands were connected by a pavilion and LoboVision, a state-of-the-art videoboard and scoreboard, was added. The city of Albuquerque provided UNM with bleachers that were installed at the south end of the stadium, further increasing capacity to 38,634.
University Stadium opened its gates Sept. 17, 1960, when UNM hosted the National University of Mexico. The Lobos thumped their foreign visitors, 77-6, UNM's biggest margin of victory at University Stadium.
Prior to 1960, UNM played its home games at Zimmerman Field (1938-59) and University Field (1892-1937), where Ortega Hall, the Humanities building and Woodward Hall presently stand.
Directions
Located on the southeast corner of Avenida Cesar Chavez and University Boulevard, University Stadium can be easily accessed by exiting off I-25, just south of the Big-I, at Avenida Cesar Chavez. Head east on Avenida Cesar Chavez. After crossing University Boulevard, University stadium is located on the right.
2008 UNIVERSITY STADIUM POLICIES AND INFORMATION
NEW INFORMATION FOR 2008
CONCESSIONS
Sodexo Sports and Leisure, the new concessions company of Lobo Athletics, has doubled the amount of concessions stands throughout the stadium and added many new menu items this in order to spruce up the menu and add additional selections for Lobo fans. The new items:
1) Philly cheesesteak sandwich
2) Hamburgers and cheeseburgers
3) Chicken Tenders and fries and garlic fries
4) Fresh popped popcorn in the stands
5) Three grilling locations with hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, foot long hot dogs and brats
6) Southwestern Style BBQ Pork Sandwich
FAN SHUTTLE SERVICE
Mayor Martin Chávez, UNM President Dr. David J. Schmidly and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne announced an agreement between the City of Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico to provide shuttle service to all UNM Lobo home football games during the 2008 season.
A special parking lot has been set up and bus riders will be dropped off at the north end of the stadium. UNM is working with APD to allow the buses easy access in and out of the game.
The parking shuttle will be at Lot T on the southwest corner of Lomas and University. There are 418 parking spots available. A representative from UNM will be selling tickets for the shuttle for $3 for each game, or $12 for a season pass at that location.
The bus service begins 2 hours before kickoff and will continue until all the fans are gone. For more information visit ABQ RIDE's website at www.cabq.gov/abqride.
TICKETING
There are no more sales at the ticket office at The Pit on game day!!!!! Game day ticket sales are only at the box office at the northeast corner of University Stadium, which opens 6 hours before kickoff.
Tickets are free for all UNM students enrolled in at least 6 hours. Tickets can pick up reserved tickets in advance at The Pit or the Bookstore: TCU, Texas A&M and Arizona starting Aug. 26 and Wyoming, San Diego State and Utah starting Sept. 23.
On the day of the game, students who already have their tickets may enter the stadium at any gate. Students who are getting tickets at the stadium the day of the game must do so at the southeast corner and present a valid student ID. Students will receive a reserved ticket.
Ticket office hours at The Pit are 8:30-5 Monday through Friday.
Individual game tickets are available:
• online at www.GoLobos.com
• by calling 925-LOBO or toll-free at 1-877-664-8661
• at the ticket office at The Pit
• at the UNM Bookstore
For more information call the ticket office at (505) 925-LOBO. Call (505) 925-5014 about group tickets.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RV OVERNIGHT LOT
New Elements for 2008:
• Official Tailgater T-Shirts
• Chili Cookoff on Sept. 6 vs. Texas A&M and Lobo Pride Decorating contest on Oct. 4 vs. Wyoming
* Call 505/925-5014 about purchasing a pass for the lot
STANDARD POLICIES (no changes from 2007)
BAG POLICY/SECURITY
Bags of reasonable size (as determined by event staff) will be allowed into the stadium, but all bags will be searched. Fans with bags will be required to enter through a bag check security gate located at each entrance.
Stadium security is located at the Lovelace Command Post on the concourse level at the north end of the stadium. Security may be contacted by dialing 925-5506.
BANNERS/SIGNS
Banners and signs are allowed inside University Stadium provided they are of reasonable size (as determined by event staff) and contain no advertising, offensive material or language. Signs cannot obstruct the view of other patrons during the game or they will be confiscated.
CAMERAS
Still frame and video cameras are permitted inside the stadium.
CHAIRBACK SEATS
Chairback seats larger than 11" x 18" are not permitted into University Stadium. Fans wishing to bring a chairback seat will be required to have the seat checked at the bag check entrance.
CONCESSIONS
There are five permanent concession stands inside the stadium, four in each corner and one on the north end concourse, plus six mobile stands throughout the stadium.
ELEVATORS
There are two elevators on the west side of University Stadium.
FIELD ADMITTANCE
Only team personnel, media and credentialed event management staff are authorized to be on the field before, during or after the game. Anyone going onto the field without proper authorization is subject to expulsion from the stadium and could face prosecution. This also applies to anyone throwing objects onto the field or in the stands.
FIRST AID
Emergency assistance is available at the Lovelace Command Post located on the concourse level at the north end of the stadium or by dialing 925-5506.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
No outside food or drinks - including bottled water - may be brought into the stadium. Fans will be asked to finish, dispose of, or return items to their vehicle. Exceptions will be made for the needs of babies/small children/elderly and fans with medical conditions.
LANGUAGE/SPORTSMANSHIP
Any person using foul or abusive language may be asked to leave the stadium.
LOST AND FOUND
Lost and found is at the Lovelace Command Post located on the concourse level at the north end of the stadium during games and can be contacted by dialing 925-5506. During the week call the University Police at 277-2241.
LOST CHILDREN
Parents and/or guardians with a lost child should contact the nearest law enforcement officer or event staff member. Lost children will be taken to the Lovelace Command Post at the north end of the stadium.
LOVELACE COMMAND POST
The Lovelace Command Post is located on the concourse level at the north end of the stadium. First aid, lost and found and lost children are located here. The phone number is 925-5506.
GAMEDAY PARKING
Lots open six hours before kickoff, although some adjustments may be made depending on kickoff time. There are more than 4,000 parking spaces surrounding University Stadium, including 117 handicapped spaces. Mobility-impaired parking spaces are located on the west side of the stadium.
PASS GATES
Gate 2 at the southwest corner of the stadium serves as the entry point for all individuals on a pass list.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
The following items will not be allowed into University Stadium:
• food, water or beverages of any kind
• cans
• bottles
• alcohol
• baby seats
• balloons
• beach balls
• coolers
• explosives
• fireworks
• folding chairs
• illegal drugs
• laser pointers
• artificial noisemaker such as horns, drums, bells, whistles, etc. per Mountain West Conference rules
• pets (except service animals assisting those with disabilities)
• weapons of any kind
• any other item that in the judgement of game management staff poses a safety hazard or detracts from the ability of others to enjoy the event
Prohibited items must be returned to the owner's vehicle or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation, and the person in possession of such items is subject to ejection from the stadium and/or arrest.
RE-ENTRY
Re-entry is not permitted at University Stadium.
PUBLIC ADDRESS
No appeals will be made over the public address system unless exceptional circumstances prevail. Contact security at 925-5506 for more information.
RESTROOMS
There are eight restrooms located throughout the stadium. Men's and women's facilities are located on the southwest, southeast, northwest and northeast corners of the stadium, as well as on the upper concourse level on the west side between the concession stands.
SMOKING
Smoking is allowed only in designated areas inside the stadium.
STUDENT ENTRANCE
Entrance for UNM students and student guests is Gate 9 located at the southeast corner of the stadium. The student ticket entrance closes 5 minutes before the end of the first half.
STROLLERS
Strollers are permitted but must be collapsible and fit under your seat.
WHEELCHAIR SEATING
There are nearly 200 wheelchair spaces in University Stadium. They are located on the upper west concourse level, the east mid-concourse level and at the north end. Wheelchair spaces on the west side of the stadium can be reached by the elevator on the west side of the press box. Spaces on the north side are on ground level. Tickets are available by contacting the ticket office at 925-5626.
WILL CALL
Located at the northeast corner of the stadium for the general public, player guests, high school coaches and visiting teams.
UNIVERSITY STADIUM PARKING LOT POLICIES - FOOTBALL GAMEDAY
• All rules and regulations are subject to change. UNM Police and officials reserve the right to enforce these policies at their discretion.
• The UNM Athletics Department attempts to accentuate the pageantry of college football by providing a wholesome atmosphere for fans of all ages. We appreciate your cooperation and adherence to these policies. Please contact the UNM Athletics Department at 925-5014 for additional information and approvals.
ADVERTISING
No advertising vehicles or signs will be allowed unless approved in advance by the UNM Athletics Department. UNM athletics officials and security have the right to remove any signage from the parking lots.
ALCOHOL
Individuals of legal drinking age - 21 or older - who have a ticket to the game that day may consume alcoholic beverages in the parking lots in accordance with University policy and all applicable state liquor laws. Consumption of alcohol by minors is illegal. In addition, it is illegal to provide alcohol to minors.
CONTAINERS
No glass containers, party balls, kegs, beer bongs, funnels or other mass-consumption devices are permitted on University property. No alcohol, outside food or drink may be brought into the stadium.
DRINKING AND DRIVING
The University of New Mexico Athletics Department reminds all fans to not drink and drive. Please choose a designated driver before you consume any alcoholic beverage.
HANDICAPPED PARKING
Handicapped parking is located in several lots around the stadium. Overflow spots are located on the south end of the Kachina Lot on the west side of the stadium. There is a shuttle available for patrons who park in handicapped lots at The Pit.
HOURS
The parking lots open six hours prior to kickoff.
NOISE
No live bands, public address systems or excessively loud stereo systems are permitted unless contracted through the UNM Athletics Department.
NOVELTY STANDS
No apparel, souvenirs, food or beverage are to be sold in the parking lots unless contracted through the UNM Athletics Department.
PARKING
Vehicles must park consistent with lane markings.
GAMEDAY RV PARKING
Gameday parking for RVs is available six hours before kickoff in the Tailgate 2, Manzano, Vista, Pueblo, Mesa and Rio Grande lots.
TAILGATING HOURS
Fans who are tailgating are asked to be inside the stadium before the end of the first quarter. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited inside the stadium.
