Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Piscataway, New Jersey
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Both venues are reachable by train from a major city. Stay in New York or DC and travel in rather than booking near campus.
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The basics
What this event actually is
When
Home Saturdays, September through November
Where
SHI Stadium, Piscataway, New Jersey
Coverage
Conference network coverage with occasional national windows
Planning
How to plan the trip
The order that saves the most money and the most stress.
- Lock the date first. Kickoff windows move, dates rarely do.
- Book refundable lodging before buying tickets, because rooms sell out faster than seats.
- Compare seat locations, not just price. Shade, wind and aisle access matter more than a few rows.
- Confirm the venue bag policy and payment rules before you leave the hotel.
- Plan the exit. Rideshare pickup zones are usually several blocks from the gates.
The venue
SHI Stadium
Capacity 52,454Opened 1994Piscataway, New Jersey
The closest Big Ten stadium to New York City, with lot tailgating that starts early.
- Traffic on River Road backs up an hour out. Park and walk from the far lots.
- Trains to New Brunswick plus a shuttle beat driving from the city.
Teams
Programs involved
Maryland Terrapins
College Park, Maryland
Game day guideWatching
If you are staying home
Conference network coverage with occasional national windows. Our conference viewing guide breaks down which package carries which window, including the streaming options that cover games not on national television.
How to watch guide