Conference network
ESPN and FOX family carries the early windows that national bundles treat as an add-on tier.
Big 12 football
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Lubbock, Texas - Jones AT&T Stadium - Scarlet and Black - The Masked Rider
West Texas football with a horse-and-rider entrance, tortilla tosses and wind that becomes part of the game plan.
West Texas football with a horse-and-rider entrance, tortilla tosses and wind that becomes part of the game plan.
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- Stadium
- Jones AT&T Stadium
- Capacity
- 60,454
- Opened
- 1947
- Conference
- Big 12
How to watch
Broadcast and streaming
A mix of conference network windows and occasional national afternoon slots for bigger conference matchups.
National windows
Marquee matchups move to national broadcast partners, usually announced 12 days out.
Out-of-market
A live TV bundle that includes the conference network is the simplest single subscription.
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Tickets
What tickets actually cost you in planning
Evergreen demand patterns, not a live price feed. Verify current inventory at the source before you book travel.
- This is a reachable ticket most weekends outside of a ranked visitor; the program's larger capacity keeps secondary prices soft.
- Lubbock is a long drive from most major metros, so flying in is usually the better call for out-of-state visitors.
- Lots north and east of the stadium open early and are the main tailgate scene; weighted canopies are a must.
Where to sit
Tall sideline decks give clean views across the open plains stadium. Temperature and wind exposure vary sharply by side depending on the day's direction.
Traditions
What makes a Texas Tech Saturday different
The Masked Rider
The horse-mounted rider's gallop around the field before kickoff is one of the most recognized entrances in college football.
Tortilla toss
Fans throw tortillas onto the field after the team scores, a long-running quirk unique to Lubbock.
Attend
Games to plan around
College Football
Texas Tech vs Texas Night Game
- When
- Late September or October, often a night kickoff
- Venue
- Jones AT&T Stadium, Lubbock, Texas
Coverage: Conference network or national primetime window
Lubbock is a long way from anywhere. Fly into Midland or Amarillo and drive, and expect wind that affects everything from tents to passes.
Tailgating
- The lots north and east of the stadium are the main scene and open early.
- Wind gusts routinely take down canopies. Weight or skip them.
Sunglasses double as practical eye protection against blowing dust here, and layers matter more than a single heavy coat given the swings.
Travel and stay
- Lubbock (LBB) is 15 minutes from campus with limited connections.
- It is a long drive from anywhere. Flying in is usually the better call.
Weather: Dust and wind are the defining conditions almost every week; temperatures can swing 30 degrees between an afternoon kickoff and the fourth quarter.
Around the game
Beyond the stadium in Lubbock, Texas
- Depot DistrictLubbock's entertainment district near downtown, a short drive from campus.
- National Ranching Heritage CenterA quieter stop on campus grounds for a morning before kickoff.
Rivalry weekends
Texas Tech game-day packing list
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Stadium
Jones AT&T Stadium
Capacity 60,454Opened 1947Lubbock, Texas
An open plains stadium with tall sideline decks and constant wind.
- - Dust and wind are the defining conditions. Sunglasses are practical, not cosmetic.
- - Temperature swings 30 degrees between an afternoon kickoff and the fourth quarter.
FAQ
Texas Tech questions
What channel is Texas Tech on?
A mix of conference network windows and occasional national afternoon slots for bigger conference matchups.
How hard is it to get Texas Tech tickets?
This is a reachable ticket most weekends outside of a ranked visitor; the program's larger capacity keeps secondary prices soft.
Where should I sit at Jones AT&T Stadium?
Tall sideline decks give clean views across the open plains stadium. Temperature and wind exposure vary sharply by side depending on the day's direction.
What is the weather like for a Texas Tech home game?
Dust and wind are the defining conditions almost every week; temperatures can swing 30 degrees between an afternoon kickoff and the fourth quarter.
Where should I tailgate at Jones AT&T Stadium?
The lots north and east of the stadium are the main scene and open early.
What is the best airport for a Texas Tech game?
Lubbock (LBB) is 15 minutes from campus with limited connections.
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