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Fans prepare for college football amid wedding season conflicts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Fans prepare for college football amid wedding season conflicts

Summary

As college football season approaches, fans in the Mountain West and PAC-12 conferences are advised to plan around fall weddings. Notable games include Fresno State facing USC on September 4 and Washington State clashing with Washington in the Apple Cup on September 6. Fans should note key matchups throughout September and October, including rivalries and potential high-stakes games. The season will also feature flex scheduling in late November to maximize audience engagement.

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Key Details

•Season opens with Fresno State vs. USC on September 4.
•Apple Cup scheduled for September 6; Washington State vs. Washington.
•Notable games include UNLV at Hawaii on October 17.
•Flex scheduling introduced in late November for select matchups.
•Rivalry games highlight the fall calendar.

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4:00 PMYahoo Sports — For The Love of Football: Your Mountain West/PAC-12 Guide to Escaping Fall Weddings

What they're saying

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Ah, yes, autumn. Leaves are falling, the colors are changing and love is in the air. … Love is in the air? The college football community is no stranger to the infamous two-word event that creeps up on you like a defensive end on your blind side. “Fall Wedding”. A phrase that feels like the […]
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