Colorado School of Mines is headed back to McKinney, Texas to play in the 2023 NCAA Division II Football Championship! The Orediggers (14-0) will face Harding (14-0) on Saturday, Dec. 16 at noon Central for the national championship. Here's what you need to know:
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GAME COVERAGE
The game will kickoff at noon Central and be televised on ESPNU, and is available on
streaming on ESPN+. It will not be shown on any other channel or streaming platform. Mines' Miles Dunklin and Josh Dover will provide a free
RMAC Network Radio live broadcast as well.
WATCH PARTIES
Mines' official watch party in Golden is at the Golden Mill, located at 1012 Ford Street. Blaster the Burro will be in attendance!
Additional watch parties include: Woody's Wood-Fired Pizza (1305 Washington Ave. in Golden) and Campus Lounge (701 S University Blvd in Denver).Â
TICKETS
Fans heading to the game
can find all the ticket information here. Mines students can take advantage of travel and ticket packages put together by Student Life; check your email for details.
TAILGATING
Click here for tailgating information at McKinney ISD Stadium. Mines' tailgate will be in the east parking lots. Parking lots open at 9 a.m.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
McKinney ISD Stadium has a clear bag policy that all fans should be aware of. Artificial noisemakers and tobacco products are prohibited and will be confiscated by stadium staff.
FUN IN MCKINNEY/FAN FEST
For a list of things to do, places to stay, and places to eat,
see the Visit McKinney web site. On Friday night, Fan Fest will be held at Tupps Brewery in McKinney from 6-9Â p.m. -
click here for more details.
