The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) has launched a special promotion called Helmets to Hoops, allowing fans to purchase 2026-27 basketball season tickets with added benefits. Tickets purchased before August 21 come with access to a presale for home football tickets. Prices for season tickets are discounted during this promotional period. The basketball season will kick off on November 2 with a doubleheader featuring the men's and women's teams. Exciting matchups include three postseason teams from the previous season.

By the Numbers
  • General Admission tickets: $115 (regular price $150)
  • Reserved Section A, D, H: $150 (regular price $200)
  • Reserved Section B, C, G: $205 (regular price $275)
  • Family Four-Pack: Four general admission season tickets for $400
Yes, But

While the promotion enhances the value for season ticket holders, fans may question the limited window for purchasing discounted tickets and the potential availability of single-game tickets post-promotion.

State of Play
  • Basketball season tickets are available through August 21 as part of the special promotion.
  • The presale for football tickets will open on August 23 for those who purchase basketball season tickets.
  • UTRGV basketball teams are coming off record seasons, increasing fan anticipation for the upcoming games.
What's Next

As the promotion nears its end, UTRGV aims to boost ticket sales and fan engagement ahead of the basketball season start. Increased visibility on social media is likely as more fans take notice of the quality of the programs.

Bottom Line

The Helmets to Hoops promotion not only makes basketball more accessible for fans but also strategically ties basketball success to football ticket opportunities, fostering cross-sport enthusiasm among UTRGV supporters.