Thursday marks our sold-out “Kickoff in CoMo” home opener against Central Arkansas. I’m thrilled to welcome Tiger fans back to Memorial Stadium and to cheer on Coach Drinkwitz and our incredible student-athletes.

Throughout the season, we’re encouraging Tiger fans to Stripe the State and wear black and gold every Friday to show their Mizzou pride. This Friday, August 29, is also College Colors Day – a perfect chance to celebrate the start of the season and to let everyone know you’re a True Tiger.

Other important updates for Mizzou fans:

• Parking opens at 2 p.m. for this Thursday’s home opener. For all other home games, parking lots will open at 7 a.m. on game day.
• To help prepare for the increased traffic on Thursday, employees who have supervisor approval are encouraged to work from home starting at noon. In-person classes should continue as planned.
• Beginning this season, Mizzou students and fans will no longer rush the field. It’s costly and risks the safety of fellow Tigers. We expect to win each game that we play, so let’s celebrate responsibly.
• We’re making great progress and remain on-track for completion of the Memorial Stadium Centennial Project in time for the 2026 season. Thank you for your ongoing support of that transformational initiative.

Three other home games are also sold out, so act fast to get your tickets! I can’t wait to see you at Memorial Stadium for another historic season. M-I-Z!

— Mun