Congratulations to James Madison University and North Dakota State University for making it to the NCAA FCS Division 1 Football Championship game! The JMU Dukes will take on the NDSU Bison on January 11th at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Fans and alumni are encouraged to book hotel rooms ASAP through our online booking portal for the best available rates. Tickets will sell out, so buy them ASAP.
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Official Pre-Game Events
James Madison University Pep Rally
Friday, January 10, 2020 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tositos Championship Plaza – Ford Center at The Star
9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034
Presented by Excel Heating & Cooling
The Friday Night Pep Rally will take place adjacent to the team hotel, the Omni Frisco, at the Tostitos Championship Plaza at The Star. Fans can gather at this location, with numerous restaurants and shops within walking distance.
See Duke Dog and the JMU Cheerleaders and enjoy a special performance by the Marching Royal Dukes. Attendees will receive JMU swag including commemorative signs, button, clear bag, and pom-poms. The JMU Bookstore will also be on-site with opportunities to purchased licensed merchandise.
Registration is free and we hope to see you there! Please click here to preregister for the event!
North Dakota State University Pep Fest
Friday, January 10, 2020
Comerica Center
2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco, TX 75034
Doors and beer garden open | 3 p.m.
Live music from Emerald City Band | 5 p.m.
Pep Fest Program | TBD
Live music from Emerald City Band | until 9 p.m.
Kick off the FCS Championship weekend with Bison fans at NDSU‘s official Pep Fest presented by Gate City Bank! This event is FREE for fans of all ages. Bring the whole family for interactive games and fire up for the Championship with the Gold Star Marching Band, the NDSU Cheer Team and Thundar. Enjoy live music from “America’s #1 live party band,” Emerald City Band, before and after the program. Pep Fest program will be hosted by WDAY News Anchor Dana Mogck. The first 4,000 fans will receive this commemorative NDSU rally towel, courtesy of Gate City Bank. Review event FAQ’s here.
Get Your Game Gear
James Madison University
Friday, January 10
Comerica Center
2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco, TX 75034
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
North Dakota State University
Thursday, January 9
Marriott Legacy in Plano
7121 Bishop Road, Plano, TX
10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday, January 10
Marriott Legacy in Plano
7121 Bishop Road, Plano, TX
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
NDSU Pep Fest
Comerica Center
2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco, TX
3 – 9 p.m.
Fan Discounts
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