Houston Unveils New Partnership with Tailgate Express for Football Game Days at TDECU Stadium
8/17/2022 12:57:00 PM | Football, General
Tailgate Packages for 2022 College Football Season Now
HOUSTON – University of Houston Athletics and Houston Cougar Sports Properties announced today a new partnership with Tailgate Express LLC for all tailgate and hospitality needs at Cougar Alley for Houston football home games beginning this season.
This new LEARFIELD partnership will bring family and friends together at Houston football games for unforgettable experiences that are unique in design and festive in participation. Fans can choose from standard, deluxe and executive experiences through the Tailgate Express website. Each package available has different levels of service, amenities and hospitality options that will create the ultimate game day tailgating experience for fans.
"Tailgate Express is extremely excited to partner with Houston Athletics this season and the years to come," said Tailgate Express Owner and CEO John English. "We believe the history and tradition of Houston Athletics provides a solid foundation to build out one of the most unique and exciting atmospheres in college football. The innovative stadium design of TDECU will allow groups the ability to reserve premium, turn-key tailgate packages, outside the gates of the stadium. Cougar Alley will encapsulate every facet of game day to fans of all ages including designated spaces for alumni groups, kid zones, university departments, live music, Greek Life, and a shared hospitality beer garden."
"We are thrilled to welcome Tailgate Express to the University of Houston to help us create a long-standing tailgating experience at home football games at TDECU Stadium," LEARFIELD General Manager for Houston Cougars Sports Properties Lauren Wilson said. "This long-term contract will help Cougar fans experience an unforgettable college football atmosphere for years to come with the help of Tailgate Express."
"As we strive at creating a first-class, memorable game day experience for all Cougar fans, we're excited to announce this new partnership with Tailgate Express that will offer, what we believe, will be the ultimate football game day tailgating and hospitality experience", said Deputy Athletics Director David Tagliarino. "College football and tailgating are synonymous with one another; and with the full array of hospitality options and capabilities of Tailgate Express, we will deliver an enhanced, seamless and turn-key tailgate solution and experience for our fans".
Tailgate Express packages for Houston football games are available now, and fans can learn more by visiting www.tailgateexpress.com/UH by emailing uh@tailgate-express.com or calling (214) 935-1683. Houston will play its home opener on Sept. 17 against Kansas at 3 p.m. CT.
ABOUT TAILGATE EXPRESS
Tailgate Express was started in 2012 by John English, who realized there was a need for a tailgate delivery service at Texas Tech University. Over the years, the company diversified into a full-scale operation providing expertise and execution in fan engagement and tailgating solutions. In 2022, Tailgate Express expanded its customized tailgating model to Houston. The company takes pride in customizing its offerings to fit any school's individual game day needs and layout.
ABOUT COUGAR SPORTS PROPERTIES
Houston Cougars Sports Properties is the locally based LEARFIELD team committed to extending the affinity of the University of Houston brand to businesses and corporations of all sizes looking to align with the undeniably loyal and passionate collegiate fan base. As the exclusive athletics multimedia rightsholder, Houston Cougars Sports Properties manages all aspects of the rights relationship, providing corporate partners both traditional and new media opportunities with UH.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
This new LEARFIELD partnership will bring family and friends together at Houston football games for unforgettable experiences that are unique in design and festive in participation. Fans can choose from standard, deluxe and executive experiences through the Tailgate Express website. Each package available has different levels of service, amenities and hospitality options that will create the ultimate game day tailgating experience for fans.
"Tailgate Express is extremely excited to partner with Houston Athletics this season and the years to come," said Tailgate Express Owner and CEO John English. "We believe the history and tradition of Houston Athletics provides a solid foundation to build out one of the most unique and exciting atmospheres in college football. The innovative stadium design of TDECU will allow groups the ability to reserve premium, turn-key tailgate packages, outside the gates of the stadium. Cougar Alley will encapsulate every facet of game day to fans of all ages including designated spaces for alumni groups, kid zones, university departments, live music, Greek Life, and a shared hospitality beer garden."
"We are thrilled to welcome Tailgate Express to the University of Houston to help us create a long-standing tailgating experience at home football games at TDECU Stadium," LEARFIELD General Manager for Houston Cougars Sports Properties Lauren Wilson said. "This long-term contract will help Cougar fans experience an unforgettable college football atmosphere for years to come with the help of Tailgate Express."
"As we strive at creating a first-class, memorable game day experience for all Cougar fans, we're excited to announce this new partnership with Tailgate Express that will offer, what we believe, will be the ultimate football game day tailgating and hospitality experience", said Deputy Athletics Director David Tagliarino. "College football and tailgating are synonymous with one another; and with the full array of hospitality options and capabilities of Tailgate Express, we will deliver an enhanced, seamless and turn-key tailgate solution and experience for our fans".
Tailgate Express packages for Houston football games are available now, and fans can learn more by visiting www.tailgateexpress.com/UH by emailing uh@tailgate-express.com or calling (214) 935-1683. Houston will play its home opener on Sept. 17 against Kansas at 3 p.m. CT.
ABOUT TAILGATE EXPRESS
Tailgate Express was started in 2012 by John English, who realized there was a need for a tailgate delivery service at Texas Tech University. Over the years, the company diversified into a full-scale operation providing expertise and execution in fan engagement and tailgating solutions. In 2022, Tailgate Express expanded its customized tailgating model to Houston. The company takes pride in customizing its offerings to fit any school's individual game day needs and layout.
ABOUT COUGAR SPORTS PROPERTIES
Houston Cougars Sports Properties is the locally based LEARFIELD team committed to extending the affinity of the University of Houston brand to businesses and corporations of all sizes looking to align with the undeniably loyal and passionate collegiate fan base. As the exclusive athletics multimedia rightsholder, Houston Cougars Sports Properties manages all aspects of the rights relationship, providing corporate partners both traditional and new media opportunities with UH.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.