UNM Football hosts Boise State Friday Night for our Heroes Night
Hello Supporters!

We're hosting one of our favorite nights of the year this Friday against Boise State at Dreamstyle Stadium. We're honoring our military and first responders this week at our annual Heroes Night celebration. This year's Heroes Night will be our most memorable night yet and we want to make sure that we honor our Heroes in style.

This week's Cherry Zone includes:

  • Your official invitation to Heroes Night from Lt. Col. Scott Morley
  • UNM "Ironman" Jenkins sets records on the field while selflessly serving our community
  • Mr. Vigilant Goes to Student Government
  • Tyson Dyer's booming punts earn him a conference honor
  • Lobo Football Spends a Great Night with NM YAFL
  • Read the official GoLobos.com preview for our Heroes Night game
Your Heroes Night Invitation:
Hear From Lt. Col. Scott Morley,
US Army Special Forces
Heroes Night is a Celebration of our Military Heroes Past, Present and Future
In honor of Heroes Night, the tailgate lots are packed with amazing visuals ad displays. The north end of the University West parking lot will have a military display with various vehicles and helicopters. If you've ever wanted to have your kids check out military vehicles, learn what they do and how they operate, and get pictures, this is the perfect opportunity. In the Howl Zone, there will be a huge display from first responders such as fire, police and paramedics, with various vehicles available to check out. La Montanita will also be the Howl Zone hosting a giant pig roast as well.

Inside the stadium, there will be a live swearing in ceremony, and the National Anthem will be performed by the 44th Army Band.
All first responders and military can go online and purchase turquoise-level tickets with the promo code HEROES,  online right here . First responders and military can also get that same discount at the ticket windows in person.  
Aaron Jenkins to Break Several Lobo Records
Offensive lineman Aaron Jenkins is on the doorstep of breaking several UNM Football records. He will set a new standard for games played with 51, games started with 49 and consecutive starts with 49. And, this season, Jenkins has seen 691 snaps and has allowed only 6 total pressures.

Aaron leads through his actions both on and off the field. On his birthday earlier this season, he made and then gave out gift bags to the homeless across Albuquerque. Yes, that is the kind person Jenkins is and we are so proud of his accomplishments as a young leader in our community.

“He is an unselfish guy, we saw it when we recruited him. I saw it when Texas Tech came in late before the signing date but he had committed to us. I’m glad he’s getting the recognition … I appreciate him so much. I really do. He deserves every bit of recognition he’s gotten.” - Coach Davie

Fittingly, the Albuquerque Journal published a story that gives you more insight into Aaron's impact on and off the field.
Important Election Update!
Haha! You know we don't cover politics in the Cherry Zone but we're proud to bring you some local UNM Student Government news! Redshirt Freshman RB Daevon Vigilant -who had a breakout game last weekend -was elected by his UNM student peers as a UNM Student Government Senator. Congratulations Daevon and we are looking forward to the impact you will have on campus.
The Punter from Down Under Receives Conference Recognition
Congratulations to Tyson Dyer for being named Mountain West Special Teams Player of the Week.

Dyer averaged a career-best 50.1 yards per punt on seven boots against Air Force, and his net was 45.2 for the game. He had three punts of 50 or more yards, including a school record 84-yard punt that was downed at the Air Force 1-yard line.
YAFL Student-Athlete banquet
I had the great opportunity to speak at the New Mexico Young American Football League (YAFL) student-athlete banquet. Lobo Football is a proud supporter of our local youth student-athletes and we always value the opportunity to spend time with NM YAFL. My guess is that there were some future New Mexico Men in that audience. We can't wait to see these student-athletes continue their develop next year!
Learn About Our Next Opponent
The Lobos are hosting Boise State at Dreamstyle Stadium in a nationally televised game at 7pm for our Heroes Night. The game will be broadcasted on the CBS Sports Network.

Learn more about Boise State in our matchup preview

We'll be back in touch soon. Thank you for your support!

Go Lobos!

Brian DeSpain
UNM Football
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