Arlington to Host Inaugural Kickoff
The 2026 Conference USA Football Kickoff will take place in Arlington, Texas, and Kennesaw State University will be front and center with three of its most prominent figures set to attend.
Graduate linebacker Baron Hopson, redshirt junior offensive lineman Nikola Milovac, and head coach Jerry Mack are slated to represent the Owls at the media sessions, a leadership workshop, and a series of community outreach activities scheduled throughout the event.
Fans eager to catch a glimpse of the team can purchase season tickets for the upcoming campaign, with prices starting at $125, making the experience accessible to a broad segment of the student body and alumni.
In conjunction with the kickoff, the university has announced the creation of the Champions Fund, a philanthropic vehicle designed to reinforce recruitment pipelines, improve player retention, and elevate the program’s competitive standing within Conference USA.
University officials say the fund will channel donations toward state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, academic support services, and scholarship enhancements, underscoring a holistic approach to athlete development that extends beyond the gridiron.
The initiative reflects a growing trend among mid‑major programs to blend on‑field ambition with off‑field investment, a strategy that could position the Owls as a sustainable contender in the league.