Know Before You Go: Football vs #25/RV Lafayette

Richmond, Va. — The University of Richmond football team is home for the final time in 2025 this Saturday, November 15, when the Spiders host #25/RV Lafayette for Senior and Hero Appreciation Day.

Senior Day
Come out and help us celebrate our seniors with a pregame ceremony honoring Spider Football, Cheer, and Dance team seniors and their families. Plan to arrive 20 minutes before kickoff so you don't miss the celebration!

Hero Appreciation
Join us as we recognize our local military, veterans, firefighters, police, and EMTs. The ROTC Color Guard and Henrico Honor Guard will present the colors, a Veteran's Salute will take place during the game, and a Police vs. Fire flag football game will highlight halftime. Fans can use promo code "SERVICE" to purchase $5 tickets for the game. We can't wait to see you there!

Tickets
Limited tickets for Saturday's game remain available and can be purchased here.

TV and Radio
Can't make it? Saturday's game will air on MASN as well as ESPN+, the exclusive home of all Patriot League football contests, with Voice of the Spiders Bob Black on play-by-play. Spider football alum Chris Anderson serves as the analyst, and Guerin Austin will be on the sideline. Robert Fish and Matt Smith bring the radio call on 106.1 ESPN Richmond.

Parking and Tailgating
Parking lots open at 10:00 a.m. Tailgating is permitted in all lots. Consumption of alcohol is limited to ABC licensed lots (C61, C66 and C70). All general parking lots are free of charge. Individuals will be directed to a parking area based on the entrance you come in, time of day and available spaces.

Spider Brews
Don't miss out on the last Spider Brews of the football season this Saturday beginning at noon! Join us for our all-inclusive pregame tailgate presented by Joyner Fine Properties. Spider Brews will take place in the Front Forest outside of Robins Stadium, featuring all-you-care-to-enjoy sampling from Richmond area eateries — Taziki's, O.M.O Catering, and World of Beer — as well as breweries — Ardent, Long Drink, and Bold Rock.

Spider Brews runs from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m., leaving enough time to get to your seats for our 2:05 p.m. kickoff. Spider Brews tickets are $15 and can be added on to season or single game tickets.

Purchase Spider Brews tickets here.

Game Timeline

10:00 a.m. – Parking Lots Open
12:00 p.m. – Spider Brews Begins (Front Forest)
12:30 p.m. – Robins Stadium Gates Open
1:39 p.m. – Richmond Senior Ceremony Begins
1:57 p.m. – National Anthem performed by Julia Muniz with the UR ROTC Color Guard and Henrico Honor Guard

Skydivers courtesy of No Limits Skydiving will land on the field immediately following the Anthem.

2:01 p.m. – Richmond Takes the Field
2:04 p.m. – Coin Toss
2:05 p.m. – Kickoff

At The Game
At halftime, the Henrico Police and Fire Departments will face off in a flag football game on the field as we honor those who serve!

Getting To The Game
The Richmond Marathon will also take place across the city on Saturday and may affect travel routes to campus. Fans are encouraged to allow extra travel time and review road closures before heading to Robins Stadium. Sports Backers has shared a complete list of 2025 Richmond Marathon road closures and estimated reopening times, available here: 2025 Richmond Marathon Road Closure Schedule (PDF)

2025 Spider Football Yearbook and Game Day Poster
New in 2025, Richmond Athletics is excited to offer fans FREE 2025 Richmond Football yearbooks — complimentary keepsakes available at all five home games this season. In addition, fans will receive exclusive game day posters, each featuring one of the team's five captains. Saturday's poster highlights senior safety Jordan Allen, with the reverse side showcasing both teams' rosters and depth charts.

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