RICHMOND, Ky. – A pair of teams that are off to 1-0 starts in the Ohio Valley Conference will meet when the Eastern Kentucky University football team hosts the University of Tennessee at Martin on Saturday at Roy Kidd Stadium.
 
Kickoff for the Homecoming Game is scheduled for 3 p.m.  Click here for Homecoming information and schedules.

This is the Colonels' breast cancer awareness game.  The players will have pink decals on their helmets to help raise awareness for the fight against breast cancer. 
 
The game will air live on ESPN3, which is accessible on computers, smartphones, tablets and connected devices through the ESPN App.  The network is available nationwide at no additional cost to fans who receive their high-speed Internet connection or video subscription from an affiliated service provider. 
 
The live radio broadcast of the game is available in the Richmond area on WCYO 100.7 FM, and can be heard worldwide on EKUSports.com.
 
The Colonel Walk will begin at 12:45 p.m. and travel through the Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot in front of Alumni Coliseum.
 
INSIDE THE SERIES
-  Eastern leads the all-time series with UT Martin, 25-4.  The Colonels are 12-2 against the Skyhawks in Richmond.  The Colonels won the first 20 games in the series.
 
-  EKU has won the last two meetings, including a 35-34 win last season in Martin.  . 
 
-  Daryl McCleskey Jr. scored two second half touchdowns to turn a 34-21 deficit into a one-point victory.  The two teams combined for seven turnovers.  McCleskey finished with 74 yards on 21 carries and two TDs.
 
THE COLONELS
-  Eastern Kentucky is 3-2 (1-0 OVC) after beating Tennessee State, 42-16, at home on Saturday.
 
-  McCleskey joined Eastern's 2,000-yard career rushing club with a career-best 202 yards against Tennessee State.  The Dayton native has rushed for 100 or more yards in three straight games.  He is first in the nation with an average of 8.81 yards per carry and third with 590 rushing yards.
 
-  With two sacks on Saturday against the Tigers, Aaron Patrick now has five this season.  He moved to fourth place on EKU's all-time sacks list with 22.5 for his career.
 
-  Eastern totaled a season-best 525 yards of offense – 379 on the ground and 146 through the air – against Tennessee State.  It was the Colonels' first 500-yard offensive output since rolling up 564 against Morehead State in the 2018 season-opener.
 
-  In its four games against FCS teams, the EKU defense has allowed an average of 13 points and 285 yards of total offense per contest.
 
-  McCleskey (202) and Alonzo Booth (115) both rushed for 100 or more yards against Tennessee State.  It was the first time since Nov. 1, 2014 EKU had two 100-yard rushers in the same game.  Booth ranks eighth in FCS football with seven rushing touchdowns.
 
SCOUTING THE OPPONENT
-  Tennessee-Martin (2-2, 1-0 OVC) opened conference play with a 40-7 victory over Murray State at home on Saturday.  After beginning the season with a 42-20 win over Northwestern State, the Skyhawks lost back-to-back road games at Florida (45-0) and Southern Illinois (28-14).
 
-  UT Martin held the Racers to 17 rushing yards and an average of 1.1 yard per carry.  UTM totaled 332 passing yards and 168 rushing yards.
 
-  The Skyhawks are averaging 116 rushing yards and 203 passing yards per game.
 
-  Quarterback John Bachus leads the offensive attack with 755 passing yards and three touchdowns.  He has completed 60 percent of his passes and thrown three interceptions.  Peyton Logan has 311 rushing yards in four games and four touchdowns.  Terry Williams is the most popular receiver with 16 catches for 158 yards.
 
-  JaQuez Akins has a team-best 40 tackles.  Wanya Moton leads UTM with two interceptions.
 
 

GAME DAY EXPERIENCE
It doesn't matter if you are a Colonel Club member, a student, a Colonel fan or a fan of the opponent, there is plenty of information below that will help make your game day experience the best it can be …
 
Game Day Timeline
9 a.m. – all tailgate lots open, including the Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot in front of Alumni Coliseum
12:45 p.m. – Colonel Walk
2 p.m. – Cheer, Dance and Band procession to the stadium
 
Ticket Office
The ticket booths at Roy Kidd Stadium will open at 1:30 p.m.  Tickets are always available online at EKUSports.com.
 
EKU Football Parking Information
Whether you are a proud member of the EKU athletics family or a fan of the opposition, we strive to provide you an enjoyable experience during your visit to Eastern Kentucky University. The following parking and tailgating regulations below are intended to ensure your safety and comfort. Please keep sidewalks and driveways clear of obstructions, respect our campus grounds and please follow the directives of our parking attendants and game day staff.

EKU Football Parking Lot Locations
• There are numerous and convenient parking options for all fans on game day at Roy Kidd Stadium.

• Colonel Club Lot (Lot K) – Located in the Alumni Coliseum Lower and Upper lots across the street from Roy Kidd Stadium, Colonel Club season ticket members have exclusive access to both of these lots with their valid Colonel Club parking pass.

Parking is on a first come, first serve basis. Additional parking spaces cannot be saved.  Parking passes must be displayed in vehicles at all times.  Colonel Club members who wish to tailgate in the Lower AC lot are restricted to the area around their vehicle.  Do not block driveways or impede traffic.  Colonel Club members who wish to tailgate and require more space than allowed in the Lower AC lot are encouraged to access the Upper AC lot.  The upper and lower AC lots will open at 9 a.m. on game day (Oct. 5).   
 
• Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot – EKU student and Greek life parking will be located at the Lower AC parking lot.  The Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot will open at 9 a.m. on game day (Oct. 5).  


• RV Zone – EKU is proud to continue offering the RV Zone, designed to provide football fans a unique and unforgettable tailgating experience.  Located next to the Fitness and Wellness Center lot and just a few steps away from the Roy Kidd Stadium entrance, the RV Zone is available for both single game and full season passes.  Single game passes start at $75 per game, which include two (2) general admission tickets for the game.  Full season passes are available for $225 and includes two (2) general admission tickets for each home game.  The EKU RV Zone will open at 6 p.m. the Friday before game day and will close at 3:00 p.m. the Sunday following game day.  Reservations for the RV Zone are required at least three (3) days in advance and your pass may be reserved by calling (859) 622-7128.


• General Parking – EKU provides general parking free of charge for the following parking lots located on campus:  Brockton, Hanlon, Dizney, Commonwealth, Alumni Coliseum back lots or in parking lots across the EKU bypass. All general parking lots will open on game day at 9 a.m.


• Media Parking – Credentialed media members should park at the Greg Adams Tennis Center parking lot located across the EKU bypass.

EKU Football Parking Regulations
• Parking is permitted only in designated spaces.  Parking on islands, medians or berms is prohibited.
• Parking spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis and cannot be saved.
• Tailgating is only allowed in areas where the flow of traffic is not obstructed.
• No sale of food, beverages or novelties are permissible without proper permit.
• No open flames other than gas grills. 
• Waste food items and trash must be disposed of in appropriate containers, which are provided throughout the grounds.
• No personal motorized carts are allowed.
• Only small weighted (12'x12' maximum) tents may be used, no staking is allowed.
• Music should be confined to your tailgate area.
• Protect your belongings, EKU will not assume responsibility for lost or stolen items.

Attend The Game – While we encourage the fun and comradery that tailgating produces, please be cognizant that a football game is being played at Roy Kidd Stadium.  Our student-athletes need you in the stands! Please show respect for our EKU student-athletes by attending the game.

For additional information or questions, please call (859) 622-2122. 
 
Student Section
Student seating is located in sections J, K, L.  Students may also sit on the hill in the north end zone.  Students can enter the stadium through Gate 1 or Gate 6.  Students need their official school ID out and ready to be allowed admittance to the game.
 
Alcohol Sales
Alcohol sales (beer and wine) are located on the east side of Roy Kidd Stadium and on the northern end of the main concourse inside the Begley Building:
• Sales begin at 2 p.m.
• Sales continue through the third quarter.  No sales in the fourth quarter or overtime.
• Fans will be limited to two (2) beverages per transaction.
• Purchase can be made by fans 21 years and older only.
• Must be consumed in clear plastic cup. 
• Cash and credit cards accepted.
• Sections G & H will remain alcohol free zones.
 
ADA Accessible Ticket Information
• The ADA accessible seating area at Roy Kidd Stadium in Section J, N, and R of the east side of the stadium.
• Patrons must purchase a general admission ticket to watch the game from this area.
• Patrons are welcome to have a companion sit with them in the area.  Folding chairs are provided for any guests that need them.
• The ADA accessible restrooms are located on the concourse of the east side of the stadium.  The Moberly building also provides accessible restrooms.
• ADA accessible parking is available in the Moberly Lot past the Stadium off Roy and Sue Kidd Way on the right from the Bypass.
• The main accessible gate (Moberly Gate) is between the Moberly building and the Fitness & Wellness Center.