University of Richmond Athletics
Know Before You Go: Football vs VMI
09/19/2025 | Football
Richmond, Va. — The University of Richmond football team returns home to Robins Stadium Saturday when it takes on in-state and longtime rival VMI. Opening kickoff between the Spiders and Keydets is set for 2:00 p.m. The 2025 home opener is presented by Chesapeake Bank.
TV and Radio
Can't make it? Saturday's game will air on Monumental Sports Network 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 Chip Tarkenton 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
Join us for our all-inclusive pregame tailgate this fall — Spider Brews presented by Joyner Fine Properties! Join us in the Front Forest outside of the Robins Center for an all-you-care-to-enjoy sampling from Richmond area eateries including Taziki's, O.M.O Catering, and World of Beer, as well as breweries — Ardent, Long Drink, and Bold Rock.
Spider Brews tickets are $15 and can be added on to season or single game tickets. Spider Brews runs from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m., leaving enough time to get to your seats for our 2:00 kickoff! Fans will also be entertained by music from Richmond's own multi-instrumentalist singer and songwriter, Drew Dunbar. Purchase Spider Brews tickets here.
At The Game
Robins Stadium gates open at 12:30 p.m. At 1:49 p.m., the football team will unveil its 2024 CAA Championship banner before the National Anthem performed by the Censations, the a cappella group from St. Catherine's School.
At halftime, the men's lacrosse team will unveil its 2025 Atlantic 10 Championship and NCAA Quarterfinals banners, and Chesapeake Bank will present a punt, pass, kick competition among selected fans.
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 linebacker Carter Glassmyer, with the reverse side showcasing both teams' rosters and depth charts.
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 Monumental Sports Network 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 Chip Tarkenton 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
Join us for our all-inclusive pregame tailgate this fall — Spider Brews presented by Joyner Fine Properties! Join us in the Front Forest outside of the Robins Center for an all-you-care-to-enjoy sampling from Richmond area eateries including Taziki's, O.M.O Catering, and World of Beer, as well as breweries — Ardent, Long Drink, and Bold Rock.
Spider Brews tickets are $15 and can be added on to season or single game tickets. Spider Brews runs from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m., leaving enough time to get to your seats for our 2:00 kickoff! Fans will also be entertained by music from Richmond's own multi-instrumentalist singer and songwriter, Drew Dunbar. Purchase Spider Brews tickets here.
At The Game
Robins Stadium gates open at 12:30 p.m. At 1:49 p.m., the football team will unveil its 2024 CAA Championship banner before the National Anthem performed by the Censations, the a cappella group from St. Catherine's School.
At halftime, the men's lacrosse team will unveil its 2025 Atlantic 10 Championship and NCAA Quarterfinals banners, and Chesapeake Bank will present a punt, pass, kick competition among selected fans.
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 linebacker Carter Glassmyer, with the reverse side showcasing both teams' rosters and depth charts.
Tickets
Limited tickets for Saturday's game remain available and can be purchased here.
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