Published November 25, 2024
Kyle Field will host Texas A&M vs Texas | AP
Next weekend, in the state of Texas, the most expensive ticket game in American football history. And no, it’s not from the NFL.
For the first time since 2011 One of the most exciting rivalries in the NCAA resumes when the Texas A&M Aggies host the Texas Longhorns. A duel that was played every year from 1915 to 2011, 118 editions in total, but was paused when there were conference changes for 2012.
With the arrival of the Longhorns a la Southeastern Conference (SEC) for this 2024 season, this game was back on the calendar, which in addition to having a lot of history, rivalry and bad temper between the teams whose campuses are about 100 miles away, but there is also a special flavor: it is in game a ticket to the conference finals, In addition, the loser may be left without options to reach the College Football Playoff.
The 8-3 Aggies host the 10-1 Longhorns, but A&M lost a non-SEC game to Notre Dame. That, added to the fact that Alabama lost to Oklahoma, let Texas A&M with options to reach the conference final if they only beat Texas.
Since the match was announced at the beginning of the year, there was a lot of expectation and Exorbitant prices compared to regular ones at Kyle Field, the largest in the conference (102,733 spectators and option to add a few thousand more), but for what is at stake, an early playoff game, tickets are the most expensive in history of the sport of tackling.
Kyle Field will host Texas A&M vs Texas | AP
As published by the platform Tick Pick, The ticket price at Kyle Field on Saturday night is $741.. It is the most expensive regular season ticket in American football history.
On average, tickets cost $1,079, with tickets up to $11,015 on the lower level, but in one corner (at the 50-yard line there are subscribers on one side and the largest student section in the entire United States, more than 37,000, on the other). There are boxes for the modest amount of $15,830 dollars
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## World Today News: The Texas Showdown
**(Intro Music)**
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News. Tonight, we’re diving into the most anticipated college football game of the season, a rivalry reignited for the ages – the Texas A&M Aggies battle the Texas Longhorns.
Joining us to break down the excitement, the history, and the astronomical ticket prices are:
* **Dr. Emily Carter:** Sports Historian specializing in rivalry dynamics and NCAA history.
* **John Riley:** Sports Analyst and contributor to numerous sporting publications.
Welcome to both of you.
**(Guests) Hello/Thank you for having me.**
**Host:** Let’s start with the big picture. Dr. Carter, this rivalry has been dormant for a decade. What makes this matchup so captivating, even beyond the high stakes this year?
**Dr. Carter:** Well, the Texas A&M-Texas rivalry is one of the oldest and most storied in college football. It’s deeply ingrained in the cultural fabric of both universities and their surrounding communities.
There’s a long history of competitiveness, memorable moments, and genuine dislike between the two fanbases. The geographic proximity intensifies it too; these schools are only about 100 miles apart. After a decade of separation, seeing this rivalry reignited is like adding fuel to a fire that never truly went out.
**Host:** John, what are the implications for the college football landscape as a whole?
**John Riley:** This game transcends just conference standings. It speaks to the evolving dominance structure unprotected in college football. Texas joining the SEC has shifted the balance of power, and this game is a clear showcase of that. It promises to be a potential playoff eliminator, which adds another layer of excitement. The outcome could impact the entire national championship picture.
**Host:** (Host) Now, let’s delve into the eye-popping ticket prices. Over $700 for a general admission ticket, with some going for over $11,000. Dr. Carter, what factors contribute to such astronomical prices, and what does this say about the state of college football fandom?
**Dr. Carter:** It’s a confluence of factors. The historical rivalry, the high stakes of this particular game, the excitement around Texas joining the SEC, and the limited supply of tickets at Kyle Field – all these elements contribute. It reflects the passion and loyalty of the fans, who are willing to pay a premium to be part of this monumental event. It also highlights the commodification of college sports and the rising costs associated with attending major games.
**(Host):** John, do you think this sets a precedent for future college football games? Could we see more ticket price inflation?
**John Riley:** I wouldn’t be surprised. If this game lives up to the hype, and if Texas’s move to the SEC continues to generate excitement, we could definitely see a trend towards higher ticket prices for big matchups. It raises questions about accessibility for less affluent fans, and whether college football is becoming increasingly exclusive.
**(Host):** That’s a crucial point.
**(Transition to Third Segment):**
**Host**: This game is more than just a game. It’s a cultural event. What are your predictions for how this game will play out, on and off the field?
**(Guests) Provide predictions and analysis of the game)**
**(Concluding segment)**
**Host:** Thank you both for such insightful analysis.
Dr. Carter and Mr. Riley, this is sure to be a game for the ages, and World Today News will be here to follow every play.
**(Outro Music)**
