FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (June 25, 2021) – The 2021 Northern Arizona football season opens on Thursday, Sept. 2 against defending FCS National Champions, Sam Houston, and NAU Athletics is planning for a full capacity crowd in the Walkup Skydome.
"NAU Football is on the rise as demonstrated by the growth displayed during our Spring season and our coaches' efforts in securing the second ranked recruiting class in America," said Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics
Mike Marlow. "The opportunity to welcome our fans back for a season that features the defending National Champions Sam Houston as well traditional rivals Montana and Idaho State provides a great opportunity for a sold out Skydome. We cannot wait to come together as one with our students and fans to enjoy live college football. We are excited to announce that we are approaching the upcoming football season with the expectation that we will be at 100% capacity."
In addition to the planning for 100 percent capacity at home football games this fall, the pregame Ponderosa will return as well as student and community tailgating opportunities.
NAU Athletics will closely monitor conditions and make adjustments as necessary to ensure alignment with all university, Big Sky and/or NCAA health and safety guidelines related to fan attendance.
Led by head coach
Chris Ball, entering his third season, the Lumberjacks will host five home games in the Skydome this fall including marquee games against Idaho State on Oct. 12 during Family Weekend and a Senior Day finale versus Montana on Nov. 13. The full 2021 NAU Football schedule can be found
here.
Fans should visit
www.nauathletics.com/tickets for more information regarding season tickets, single game tickets and mini plans.
