What’s New at TDECU Stadium in 2022
9/15/2022 10:55:00 AM | Football, General
See what is new at TDECU Stadium for all Houston Football
HOUSTON – As the University of Houston Football program opens its 2022 home slate, fans will experience a number of new and exciting gameday elements in and around TDECU Stadium.
GAME THEMES
Saturday, Sept. 17 | Presenting sponsor: Memorial Hermann
Kansas – Celebrate Houston
Saturday, Sept. 24 | Presenting sponsor: H-E-B
Rice – Bayou Bucket/Family Weekend
Friday, Sept. 30 | Presenting sponsor: Coca-Cola
Tulane – Hispanic Heritage/Blackout Game
Saturday, Oct. 29 | Presenting sponsor: TDECU
USF – Homecoming
Saturday, Nov. 12 | Presenting sponsor: Icon Consulting
Temple – Heroes Night
Friday/Saturday, Nov.25/26 | Presenting sponsor: University of Houston Alumni Association
Tulsa – Senior Day, Fan Appreciation Day
COUGAR PRIDE
Beginning this season, Cougar Pride Premium seat members will not receive wristbands via direct mail. Members will be wrist-banded at clearly marked and easy to identify Cougar Pride premium check-in stations located outside of premium seating sections within TDECU Stadium.
Members will receive one wristband for each ticket scanned and can enter TDECU Stadium from any gate. However, your ticket will be rescanned at the premium check-in station before you are issued a wristband.
If you are a premium seat holder, please see the below for your check-in station:
Yeoman Hall members will enjoy an enhanced food and beverage experience this year to ensure a first-class premium gameday experience for eligible Cougar Pride members.
GAMEDAY GUIDE
For information on Houston football's gameday schedule and procedures, please click here.
GOING CASHLESS
To help speed up transactions and wait times, TDECU Stadium is going completely cashless. All concession stands and merchandise stores inside the stadium will only accept credit cards and digital payment methods. However, the ticketing office and parking lots will still accept cash payments as well as cashless options.
MERCHANDISE
Follett will provide UH fans of all ages with a large variety of authentic UH gear and products at Houston Football games or on-line throughout the year. Fans will enjoy an expanded array of UH products to choose from along with additional merchandise kiosk stands and locations throughout TDECU Stadium.
NEW CONCESSION PARTNERS
With a new year brings new partners. Houston Athletics is excited to announce its new concession partners this season, including Fuddruckers, Shipley Donuts, All Hands and Patron. A full list and map of the TDECU Stadium concussions stands and options can be found here.
RESERVED SEATING
TDECU Stadium is moving to reserved seating. All tickets and seating locations for home games inside the stadium will have a corresponding assigned seat number (as opposed to a general admission ticket).
STARS OF HONOR
This season the Houston Athletics is excited to announce its partnership with the Stars of Honor program, as part of its "Coogs For The Community" initiative. In partnership with local elementary and middle school districts throughout Houston, the Stars of Honor program was created to recognize students for their outstanding achievements both inside and outside the classroom. Each week students will be chosen throughout the city to receive tickets to UH Athletic events throughout the school year.
TAILGATE EXPRESS
Houston Athletics has partnered with Tailgate Express for all Houston Cougar Football gameday tailgating needs. Fans can choose from standard, deluxe and executive experiences through the Tailgate Express menu of options.
Each package available has different levels of service, amenities and hospitality options that will create the ultimate game day tailgating experience for fans. Tailgate Express packages for Houston Football games are available now, and fans can learn more by visiting www.tailgateexpress.com/UH.
NEW AND IMPROVED SOUND SYSTEM
The sound system inside TDECU Stadium has been upgraded for the 2022 season. The new sound system has improved the sound quality and clarity for every person in the stadium regardless of the seating location. All speakers in the stadium have been replaced or overhauled, allowing fans to keep up with the action on the field throughout the game.
LD Systems designed, engineered, and installed the sound system. LD Systems is the installing contractor for NRG Stadium, Minute Maid Park, Toyota Center, and San Antonio's AT&T Center.
SEASON TICKETS ON SALE
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
GAME THEMES
Saturday, Sept. 17 | Presenting sponsor: Memorial Hermann
Kansas – Celebrate Houston
Saturday, Sept. 24 | Presenting sponsor: H-E-B
Rice – Bayou Bucket/Family Weekend
Friday, Sept. 30 | Presenting sponsor: Coca-Cola
Tulane – Hispanic Heritage/Blackout Game
Saturday, Oct. 29 | Presenting sponsor: TDECU
USF – Homecoming
Saturday, Nov. 12 | Presenting sponsor: Icon Consulting
Temple – Heroes Night
Friday/Saturday, Nov.25/26 | Presenting sponsor: University of Houston Alumni Association
Tulsa – Senior Day, Fan Appreciation Day
COUGAR PRIDE
Beginning this season, Cougar Pride Premium seat members will not receive wristbands via direct mail. Members will be wrist-banded at clearly marked and easy to identify Cougar Pride premium check-in stations located outside of premium seating sections within TDECU Stadium.
Members will receive one wristband for each ticket scanned and can enter TDECU Stadium from any gate. However, your ticket will be rescanned at the premium check-in station before you are issued a wristband.
If you are a premium seat holder, please see the below for your check-in station:
| TICKET CATEGORY | CHECK-IN LOCATION |
| Suite | Cougar Club / Milner Lobby |
| TDECU Club | Cougar Club / Milner Lobby |
| Loge Box 1-26 | Cougar Club / Milner Lobby |
| Loge Box 27-42 | Yeoman Hall |
| East and West RedZone Decks | Cougar Club / Milner Lobby |
| Section 129 | Yeoman Hall |
| Party Patios | Yeoman Hall |
Yeoman Hall members will enjoy an enhanced food and beverage experience this year to ensure a first-class premium gameday experience for eligible Cougar Pride members.
GAMEDAY GUIDE
For information on Houston football's gameday schedule and procedures, please click here.
GOING CASHLESS
To help speed up transactions and wait times, TDECU Stadium is going completely cashless. All concession stands and merchandise stores inside the stadium will only accept credit cards and digital payment methods. However, the ticketing office and parking lots will still accept cash payments as well as cashless options.
MERCHANDISE
Follett will provide UH fans of all ages with a large variety of authentic UH gear and products at Houston Football games or on-line throughout the year. Fans will enjoy an expanded array of UH products to choose from along with additional merchandise kiosk stands and locations throughout TDECU Stadium.
NEW CONCESSION PARTNERS
With a new year brings new partners. Houston Athletics is excited to announce its new concession partners this season, including Fuddruckers, Shipley Donuts, All Hands and Patron. A full list and map of the TDECU Stadium concussions stands and options can be found here.
RESERVED SEATING
TDECU Stadium is moving to reserved seating. All tickets and seating locations for home games inside the stadium will have a corresponding assigned seat number (as opposed to a general admission ticket).
STARS OF HONOR
This season the Houston Athletics is excited to announce its partnership with the Stars of Honor program, as part of its "Coogs For The Community" initiative. In partnership with local elementary and middle school districts throughout Houston, the Stars of Honor program was created to recognize students for their outstanding achievements both inside and outside the classroom. Each week students will be chosen throughout the city to receive tickets to UH Athletic events throughout the school year.
TAILGATE EXPRESS
Houston Athletics has partnered with Tailgate Express for all Houston Cougar Football gameday tailgating needs. Fans can choose from standard, deluxe and executive experiences through the Tailgate Express menu of options.
Each package available has different levels of service, amenities and hospitality options that will create the ultimate game day tailgating experience for fans. Tailgate Express packages for Houston Football games are available now, and fans can learn more by visiting www.tailgateexpress.com/UH.
NEW AND IMPROVED SOUND SYSTEM
The sound system inside TDECU Stadium has been upgraded for the 2022 season. The new sound system has improved the sound quality and clarity for every person in the stadium regardless of the seating location. All speakers in the stadium have been replaced or overhauled, allowing fans to keep up with the action on the field throughout the game.
LD Systems designed, engineered, and installed the sound system. LD Systems is the installing contractor for NRG Stadium, Minute Maid Park, Toyota Center, and San Antonio's AT&T Center.
SEASON TICKETS ON SALE
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
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