Construction on the new Ryan Field seems to going smoothly and on-time for a 2026 opening. However, the plan is to keep the Lakeside Field open and operational into 2026 in case there is a construction delay. For the purposes of this poll: assume the new Ryan Field is ready to open by the start of the season, and note that students start classes on Wednesday, Sept 23rd, 2026.
Should the Cats open New Ryan Field:
(a) On Sept 12th, 2026 vs the South Dakota State Jackrabbits. Positives: First game of season, will likely be a victory. Negative: students won't be back, not a brand name opponent.
(b) On Sept 19th, 2026 vs. the Colorado Buffalos and Coach Prime Time. Positives: Brand Name, Lots of Media attention, Students will be back, second game of season for better football. Negatives: Not first game of season, tougher opponent
What say you?
Should the Cats open New Ryan Field:
(a) On Sept 12th, 2026 vs the South Dakota State Jackrabbits. Positives: First game of season, will likely be a victory. Negative: students won't be back, not a brand name opponent.
(b) On Sept 19th, 2026 vs. the Colorado Buffalos and Coach Prime Time. Positives: Brand Name, Lots of Media attention, Students will be back, second game of season for better football. Negatives: Not first game of season, tougher opponent
What say you?
