UTEP allows fans to vote on kickoff time for October game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:23 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has introduced a novel initiative where fans can vote on the kickoff time for their game against San Jose State on October 17, 2026. Fans can choose from four times: 1, 2, 4, or 7 p.m. Mountain Time. This match, part of UTEP's inaugural Mountain West Conference season, will take place at the Sun Bowl. The decision to let fans select the kickoff time aims to enhance engagement in college football, with UTEP looking to establish itself in the new conference following recent realignments.
- •UTEP hosts San Jose State on October 17, 2026.
- •Fans can vote on the kickoff time among four options.
- •This is UTEP's first season in the Mountain West Conference.
- •The game will be held at the Sun Bowl.
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