NORFOLK, Va. – We have reached the final week of announcing football gameday activities and promotions with the final two home games of the 2025 season. The fifth home game of the year is the Thursday night contest on November 13 against Troy.
Game Info
The game time against the Trojans is at 7:30 p.m. and the game will be broadcast on ESPN.
This will be the first matchup between ODU and Troy.
Join us under the lights on Thursday, November 13 as ODU Football hosts Troy for our annual Salute to Service: Military Appreciation Game. From the moment you arrive, Kaufman Mall will be filled with military personnel, interactive displays and themed activities honoring our nation’s heroes. Don’t miss the Monarch March, featuring special military tributes as the team makes its entrance. And back by popular demand — the halftime drone show returns for one night only, lighting up the sky in a powerful salute to those who serve. It’s a Thursday night you won’t forget, packed with pride, pageantry, and patriotism. ODU will be providing seats to active and former Military through the Seats for Service program presented by ADS.
Kaufman Mall
The exciting pregame atmosphere returns at Kaufman Mall beginning four hours prior to kickoff. A local band will perform live on Kaufman Mall beginning four hours prior to kickoff. Stop by Kaufman Mall to enjoy the beer garden, the top food trucks in Virginia, games, and interactive experiences in the Kids Zone.
Stop by the ODU marketing tent for giveaways and special activations from our partners and stay tuned for additional programming. Two hand a half hours before kickoff, the Monarch March Band, under the direction of David Enloe, will get the crowd roaring with a 15-minute performance. Two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff, the football team will come through Kaufman Mall on their way to the stadium as fans lineup to cheer on the Monarch March to the stadium.
Full-service tailgating packages are available all season long right on Kaufman Mall — we’ll handle the setup and breakdown, you just show up and enjoy the game day vibes. Reserve your spot today at odusports.com/kaufman-fb-tailgate-packages.
Tickets
Season tickets are they best way to secure the best seats and are currently available starting at $200 for one of the best home schedules in program history. Season tickets are available by clicking here. Home opponents include NCCU, Liberty, Coastal Carolina, App State, Troy and Georgia State
Interested in single game tickets? Sign up here to get on the waiting list!
Have a group of 10 or more interested in attending the game or a special experience? Submit your group interest form here and a member of our team will reach out.
Premium Seating options are available at S.B. Ballard Stadium for an upscale game day experience. Donations to the ODAF serve as qualifiers for other Hospitality Areas in the stadium as well for donors to enjoy. Very limited availability. Click here for more information or contact The ODAF Office at 757-683-6963 or email Ashley Vellines: avelline@odu.eduor ODAF@odu.edu.
With unbeatable sightlines and premium amenities for members, The Priority Automotive Club and the Cox Business Lounge offers ODU fans a comfortable, memorable, and unmatched gameday experience. Limited seating is still available, contact ODAF for more information.