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9/4/2025 1:45:00 PM | Football

2025 Marshall Football Tickets

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Football is back at "The Joan" this week as Marshall takes on the Missouri State Bears at 6 p.m. on Saturday in the "We Are…Marshall" game. The game will be shown on ESPN+.

Game Day Timeline

Saturday, September 6th
9 a.m. – WAKE UP! IT'S GAME DAY – WEAR GREEN
Noon – Parking Lots Opens; HerdZone Stadium Store Opens
3:40 p.m. – Thunderwalk and Fan Fest: Make sure you get to Thunderwalk early to ensure your spot! We will be handing out a Golden Ticket for a chance to be the Kickoff Kid;  After Thunderwalk, head over to Fan Fest. This is your chance to grab some food, play on inflatables and more. Fan Fest is on the Marshall Rec Center field and is open to all and free to attend.
4 p.m.– Gates Open!
4-5 p.m. – Two Buck Blitz
5:30 p.m.- Be in your seats for 'Herd The Answer' – our in-stadium pre-game trivia

5:51 p.m. National Anthem performed by the Marching Thunder
5:58 p.m. – Marshall Football takes the field
6:02 p.m. – BEAT MISSOURI STATE!!

 

New Fan Experience Upgrades!
Marshall's commitment to a safe, fun event comes with several enhancements to its in-venue experience, including the following: an expanded concourse, local food trucks, grab-and-go concessions, fan experience and engagement areas, water refill stations.

-        Two Buck Blitz: For the first hour of gates being open at Joan C. Edwards Stadium, fans can enjoy $2 Hot Dogs, $2 Popcorn, $2 Fountain Beverages and a custom souvenir cup.

-        Food Trucks: Fans will notice food trucks stationed around Joan C. Edwards Stadium, including Food Truck Alley, located near Gate F at the southeast corner of the stadium

-        Grab 'n' Go concessions: Two (2) Simply To Go concession stands will feature healthier concession options for fans to choose from. There will also be a Green and White Bytes and Brews grab-and-go concession on the West concourse to provide a quick option for fan concession needs.

-        Water Refill stations: Fans are now permitted to bring in a sealed or empty clear plastic bottle to fill at available refill stations installed around the stadium.

-        Family Fun: Joey Stepp, a former Marshall Football player, is back at Gate C for family fun including magic and balloon animal making.

-        Photo Booth: NEW for 2025! Head over to section 119 and visit God's Eye Photography and Events. Take your photo to create a memory that will last a lifetime.

Staff and Faculty Appreciation

On Sept. 6th, we will join the Sun Belt Conference to honor local teachers during the 'Extra Yard for Teachers' initiative. Also, all Marshall Staff and Faculty members were invited to the game for Staff and Faculty Appreciation.

Thunderwalk: Thunderwalk starts in the West Lot at the lot entry gate on 20th Street, closest to Third Avenue, and continues through the parking lot toward Gate A and out to Third Avenue. Marshall Cheerleaders are giving away envelopes with ONE (1) containing a Golden Ticket. The lucky fan who receives the Golden Ticket will be the Kickoff Kid. Be sure to get there early! Thunderwalk starts at 3:40 p.m.!

Fan Fest: Fan Fest is located on the Rec Center field and opens at 3:40 p.m. Be sure to come out enjoy inflatables, magic, balloon animals and more.

Ticket Office: Still haven't purchased your tickets? You can do so HERE! The Marshall Ticket Office will open at Joan C. Edwards stadium beginning at 3pm. Ticket sales locations include: Gate A, Gate C, and Gate D Ticket booths. Fans needing assistance or picking up will call tickets can do so from the Fan Assistance Tent located on the West Side of Joan C. Edwards stadium near Gate A.

Clear Bag Policy: To enhance public safety and make stadium access more efficient, Marshall University Athletics enacted a Clear Bag Policy. Fans may bring in one (1) clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a 1-gallon plastic storage bag. Fans are limited to one clear bag per person or a small clutch bag (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5") for privacy. For more information, click HERE.

Cashless: All vendors inside of Joan C. Edwards stadium are cashless. This includes: ticket office, HerdZone Team Store, and all concession vendors.

No Re-Entry: As a reminder, fans will not be permitted to leave and re-enter without re-screening through security and a separate unscanned game ticket. This is part of the 'Safe To Stay With The Herd' initiative, which was implemented in July 2024.

Parking: Single-game parking is available: (1) Third Avenue Parking Garage - $20 click here to purchase; (2) State Electric Parking Lot - $20 (All proceeds benefit the Marshall Cheerleading Program). NOTE: The old ACF lot is no longer available for game day parking.

Thunderclap: Don't forget the Thunderclap is back! After every Herd touchdown, be sure to get on your feet and participate in the Thunderclap!

Saturday's game between Marshall and Missouri State is sponsored by Network for Hope.

 

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