Texas Tech University is making headlines again, and Red Raider Nation is buzzing with excitement! The question on everyone’s mind: Where Is Texas Tech going next? The answer is Memphis, Tennessee! Texas Tech has officially accepted an invitation to its 42nd bowl game in school history, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown against the Arkansas Razorbacks in the 66th AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
Mark your calendars for December 27th! Kickoff from the historic Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. CT, and you can catch all the action live on ESPN.
“Texas Tech is incredibly proud to accept our 42nd bowl invitation and make our return to the AutoZone Liberty Bowl,” stated Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt. “We are eager to bring the passionate Red Raider Nation back to the vibrant city of Memphis to showcase our football program on the national stage of one of college football’s most prestigious bowl games.”
This trip to Memphis marks a significant return to the site of one of Texas Tech’s most celebrated bowl victories. In 2021, the Red Raiders delivered a dominant 34-7 performance against Mississippi State in their inaugural AutoZone Liberty Bowl appearance. That victory ignited Texas Tech’s current three-game bowl winning streak, a feat that ties the longest such streak in school history.
The upcoming matchup in Memphis carries extra significance as it reunites two former Southwest Conference rivals. This will be the 38th meeting all-time between Texas Tech and Arkansas, but their first-ever clash in a bowl game. Fans with long memories will recall their last encounters during the 2014 and 2015 seasons, which saw Arkansas win in Lubbock, followed by Texas Tech’s triumphant 35-24 victory in Fayetteville the following year.
“Our entire program is thrilled to be heading to the AutoZone Liberty Bowl,” exclaimed head coach Joey McGuire. “This is a fantastic opportunity for our team to potentially achieve a nine-win season and conclude on a high note against a respected Arkansas program. We are counting on seeing a massive turnout from Red Raider Nation to transform Memphis into a sea of scarlet and black, painting Beale Street and the Liberty Bowl in our colors!”
Celebrating its 66th year, the AutoZone Liberty Bowl stands as the seventh-oldest bowl game in college football. It traditionally features a compelling matchup between a Big 12 team and a Southeastern Conference opponent. The Big 12 Conference officially became a bowl partner with the AutoZone Liberty Bowl in 2014, solidifying its place in this storied bowl tradition.
Red Raider fans are strongly encouraged to secure their AutoZone Liberty Bowl tickets directly through the Texas Tech Ticket Office. Purchasing through the university ensures that Texas Tech receives proper credit towards its bowl ticket allotment, maximizing fan representation at the game. Below you will find crucial ticket information for all members of Red Raider Nation looking to make the journey to Memphis and cheer on their team.
AUTOZONE LIBERTY BOWL TICKET INFORMATION FOR RED RAIDER FANS
Exclusive Bowl Ticket Requests for Donors and Football Season Ticket Holders:
Red Raider Club members and dedicated football season ticket holders, your exclusive window to request bowl tickets has been extended until 5 p.m. on Monday, December 9th. Requests can be conveniently submitted online at TexasTech.com or by contacting the Texas Tech Athletic Ticket Office directly at 806-742-TECH during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.).
When submitting your bowl ticket request, please ensure you have a credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or Discover) readily available. Notifications regarding the status of your ticket requests (accepted or denied) will be sent via email on Tuesday, December 10th. For those receiving tickets, credit cards will be charged on or around December 10th. Seating assignments for all donors and season ticket holders who receive tickets will be determined based on Red Raider Club priority points. Please note that once a ticket request is fulfilled, no refunds or exchanges will be possible.
For Red Raider Club members and football season ticket holders who do not utilize the exclusive request period, you will have another opportunity to order bowl tickets when the public sale begins at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11th. However, it is important to understand that public sale ticket availability is not guaranteed and will only occur if tickets remain after all donor and football season ticket holder requests from the exclusive period have been processed. During the public sale, tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, and donor priority does not apply. Again, fans are highly encouraged to purchase tickets through the Texas Tech Ticket Office to ensure university credit towards the bowl allotment. All tickets for the AutoZone Liberty Bowl will be distributed as digital/mobile tickets. Detailed instructions on managing your bowl tickets will be sent out prior to ticket delivery.
Student Bowl Tickets:
Texas Tech student tickets will become available for purchase starting at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11th. Further details regarding the student ticket on-sale process will be communicated to students via email prior to the on-sale date. Students will be required to purchase their tickets in person at the Athletic Ticket Office and must present a valid Texas Tech student ID. There is an order limit of two (2) tickets per student ID, per person. Similar to general tickets, all student bowl tickets will be digital/mobile tickets, and instructions for managing them will be provided before delivery.
