PEMBROKE – The UNC Pembroke football team will culminate Homecoming activities on campus Saturday when they Braves suit up to battle Chowan. The 20th annual homecoming game will kick off at 3 p.m. inside Grace P. Johnson Stadium. 
 
The Braves (6-2, 3-1 CC) head into Saturday's contest following a dominating 59-0 victory at Barton where the Black & Gold allowed just 63 yards of offense from Barton. The Hawks (4-3, 3-0 CC) roll into Pembroke after a 37-7 victory at home over Erskine. 
 
Saturday's contest marks the fourth meeting between the two teams. The Black & Gold are 16-2 all-time on Homecoming, and have won 10-straight Homecoming games dating back to a 29-17 win over then-No.17 Tuskegee in 2015. UNCP knocked off Shorter 52-21 in last season's Homecoming game. 
 

GAME INFORMATION

WHEN: Saturday, October 24 TIME: 3 p.m. ET (Gates open at 2 p.m.) LIVE VIDEO: UNCP Sports Network LIVE STATISTICS: SIDEARM Sports Purchase Tickets Directions To Grace P. Johnson Stadium

WHAT TO KNOW

Braves Club Hospitality: The Braves Club hospitality tent will be located inside the stadium, giving members exclusive access to view pregame warmups while enjoying conversation, food, and drinks. The hospitality tent will open 30 minutes prior to kickoff and remain open throughout the whole game for guests.   Parking: Parking in Lot 14 (across from Grace P. Johnson Stadium) is available for $5 for students, and $5 for the general public. Ushers will be available at both entrances to collect payment, as well as answer questions. Space in the parking lots adjacent to the stadium and Caton Fieldhouse are open to passholders only.   Tailgating: Fans may tailgate beginning at 10:30 a.m. Complete tailgating policies can be accessed by visiting this page. Clear Bag Policy: Fans entering Grace P. Johnson Stadium will be asked to have a clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". All bags are subject to be searched upon entry.  Ticket Deal: Fans can receive a $5 General Admission ticket into Saturday's game with the donation of five cans of food. All food will be donated to the Taley and Jordan Hunt Braves Resource Center.  Poster Contest: Fans are encouraged to participate in a poster contest. The winner will be announced during the game and the winner will receive a $200 cash prize thanks to Southeastern Vet.

 

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

Senior Day: The UNC Pembroke football team will honor its 2026 senior class prior to the start of Saturday's game.  Busy Halftime Homecoming: The athletics department will pay tribute to its 8-member 47th Athletics Hall of Fame induction class during the halftime break, while also recognizing the 58th Annual Alumni Awards winners. The Spirit of the Carolinas Marching Band and the UNCP Spirit Squad will perform at the break as well, along with the presentation of the 1887 Society.  Coin Toss: A 1993 graduate and Chair of the University of North Carolina Board of Governors, Kellie Blue, will join the team captains for the coin toss.   Game Ball Delivery: Chancellor Robin G. Cummings and First Lady Rebecca, will deliver the game ball.