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UTRGV ATHLETICSVISITOR’S GUIDE

2015-16

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley was created by the Texas Legislature in 2013 in a historic move that brings together the resources and assets of UT Brownsville and UT Pan American and, for the first time, makes it possible for residents of the Rio Grande Valley to benefit from the Permanent University Fund, a public endowment contributing support to the University of Texas System and the Texas A&M University System.

Our new university will also be home to a School of Medicine, and will transform Texas and the nation by becoming a leader in student success, teaching, research, and health care. UTRGV will enroll its first class in the fall of 2015, and the School of Medicine will open in 2016.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will provide an outstanding education to the students of the region, the state, the country and the world. This education will be of the highest quality; it will be affordable, accessible, and innovative. The new university will transform Texas, and the nation, by becoming a leader in student success, teaching, research, and healthcare.

Goals and Guiding Principles

• Fully integrate next generation technology and customized learning to increase affordability and maximize student success.• Promote access to higher education to a diverse student body to become one of the largest and most successful Hispanic-serving institutions in the U.S.A.• Employ the highest quality faculty members and staff who pursue global excellence in teaching, research, healthcare, and service.• Streamline academic and administrative programs to produce state, national, and world leaders who are bi-cultural, bi-lingual, and bi-literate. • Develop programmatic strength in the areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health. • Become a global leader in higher education, health education, bio-medical research, emerging technology, and prepare students to be lifelong learners.• Pursue applied and translational research to address critical local, state, national, and global needs.• Build on the excellent economic activity and strength of the State of Texas, and benefit from the State’s leadership in the world.• Provide a leadership role in fostering economic and community partnerships to help solve local, state, national, and global problems. • Promote innovation and knowledge discovery with business and industry that will lead to job growth and improvements in the quality of the region’s workforce.• Build a hub for inventions and intellectual property that will lead to economic and community prosperity, and an improved quality of life for the region, the state, the nation, and the world. • Serve as a “Gateway to the Americas” by cultivating partnerships with global leaders in education, health, research, and other strategic, high-growth industries. • Leverage the size, strength, and excellence of the University of Texas System, and its fifteen outstanding institutions to shorten the time it takes to achieve these goals.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

UTRGV Quick Facts

University Founded: 2015

Enrollment (Fall 2015): ~30,000 President: Dr. Guy Bailey

Director of Athletics: Chris King

Faculty Athletic Representative: TBD

Athletic Conference: Western Athletic Conference

Nickname: Vaqueros

Colors: Kelly Green, Navy Blue, Orange

Conference Championships: 141

National Championships: 16

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Administrative Staff Chris King, Director of Athletics (956) 665-2221 [email protected] Taylor, Administrative Assistant (956) 665-2221 [email protected]

Business Office Raul Betancourt, Associate AD for Business Operations (956) 665-2238 [email protected] Judy Jungerheld, Business Manager/Accountant (956) 665-2219 [email protected]

CommunicationsJonah Goldberg, Associate AD for Communications (956) 665-2240 [email protected] Danny Elizondo, Athletic Media Relations Manager (956) 665-2240 [email protected] Villarreal, Athletics Creative Services Coordinator (956) 665-7468 [email protected]

Corporate Sales and SponsorshipsLance Morgan, General Manager of Corporate Sales and Sponsorhips (956) 665-3877 [email protected]

Development and Ticket OperationsVince Volpe, Deputy Director of Athletics/Chief Operating Officer (956) 665-3897 [email protected] David Riggs, Assistant AD for Ticket Operations and Sales (956) 665-3747 [email protected]

Events and Facilities ManagementAdam Mendez, Assistant AD for Events and Facility Operations (956) 665-8799 [email protected]. Oscar Barrera, Events and Facilities Coordinator (956) 665-3865 [email protected]

External Operations Chelsea Blakely, Senior Associate AD for External Operations (956) 665-2205 [email protected] Hernandez, Athletic Marketing and Promotions Coordinator (956) 665-2205 [email protected]

Student ServicesFarrah Manthei, Senior Associate AD for Student Services/SWA (956) 665-2919 [email protected] Cantu, Assistant AD for Compliance (956) 665-2220 [email protected] Francesca Wood, Compliance Coordinator (956) 665-3852 [email protected] Sports MedicineJim Lancaster, Associate AD for Sports Medicine (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Thomas Gorman, Assistant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Elwell, Assistant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Chilchote, Assistant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected]

Strength and Conditioning Matt Taylor, Strength and Conditioning Coach (956) 665-7882 [email protected] Monroe, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (956) 665-7882 [email protected]

Emergency NumbersUTRGV Campus Police (956) 665-7151 Edinburg Police (956) 383-7411 Student Health Center (956) 665-2511 Doctors Hospital at Rennaissance (956) 362-8677Edinburg Regional Hospital (956) 388-6000 McAllen Regional Hospital (956) 632-6000

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Athletic Training Staff Jim Lancaster, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Thomas Gorman, Assistant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Elwell, Assitant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Chilchote, Assistant Athletic Trainer (956) 665-2233 [email protected] Dr. L. Stacy Mitchell, Team Orthopedic (956) 618-5100 Dr. Joel Solis, Team Physician (956) 631-5411

The following training and medical services are available: • Certified athletic trainer present at all events • Student athletic trainer present at all events • Physician present or on call at all events • Athletic training rooms access (HPE I) prior to or following team events or practices • Access to the following amenities within the UTRGV athletic training room; ice, heat, whirlpool, electrical stimulation, ultra sound, ice massage, etc. • Access to water, cups, ice towels, wraps, crutches, and emergency equipment

Important Information • If an athletic trainer is not traveling with your team, please notify us of your team’s needs so that we can assign a student athletic trainer to assist you. • Please call a member of the athletic training staff if your team has any special needs.

Events and Facilities ManagementAdam Mendez, Assistant AD for Events and Facility Operations (956) 665-8799 [email protected]. Oscar Barrera, Events and Facilities Coordinator (956) 665-3865 [email protected]

Athletic Media Relations The Athletic Media Relations Office is located in Room 1.164 of HPE I. The main number for this office is (956) 665-2240. Please ask your information director to forward media guides and updated statistical information in advance of your trip to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Jonah Goldberg, Associate AD for Communications (956) 665-2240 [email protected] Danny Elizondo, Athletic Media Relations Manager (956) 665-2240 [email protected]

Ticket Office David Riggs, Ticket Operations and Sales Manager (956) 665-3747 [email protected] Department Main Phone: (956)-665-2221

Visiting Team Players Guests Lists Please submit the guest list to the Ticket Office a minimum of 24 hours prior to the event. Please call (956) 665-3747 before sending the list. The fax number is (956) 665-2261.

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BASEBALL Manny Mantrana, Head Coach (956) 665-2235 [email protected] Brian Nelson, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2234 [email protected] Jordon Banfield, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2891 [email protected]

MEN’S BASKETBALL Dan Hipsher, Head Coach (956) 665-2225 [email protected] Andy Hipsher, Associate Head Coach (956) 665-2231 [email protected] Watson, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2228 [email protected] Steadman, Assistan Coach (956) 665-5089 [email protected]

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Larry Tidwell, Head Coach (956) 665-2974 [email protected] Anthony Anderson, Assistant Coach (956) 665-8763 [email protected] Burleson, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2336 [email protected] Henry, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2973 [email protected] MEN’S GOLF TBD WOMEN’S GOLFRisë Alexander, Head Coach (956) 665-7109 [email protected]

MEN’S SOCCERPaul Leese, Head Coach (956) 665-3764 [email protected] Dowling, Assistant Coach (956) 665-3863 [email protected]

WOMEN’S SOCCERGlad Bugariu, Head Coach (956) 665-3296 [email protected] Vera, Assistant Coach/Camp Director (956) 665-3772 [email protected] Telespan, Assistant Coach (956) 665-3864 [email protected]

MEN’S TENNIS Brandon Stokes, Head Coach (956) 665-2223 [email protected]

WOMEN’S TENNIS TBD MEN’S & WOMEN’S TRACK & FIELD/CROSS COUNTRY Xavier Richardson, Head Coach (956) 665-7113 [email protected] Rob Hansen, Assistant Coach (956) 665-2316 [email protected]

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Todd Lowery, Head Coach (956) 665-7007 [email protected] Baigan, Assistant Coach (956) 665-5090 [email protected]

COACHES CONTACT INFORMATION

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MEN’S BASKETBALL Courtside $25 Adult General Admission $8Adults (Reserved B&C) $12 Senior Citizen (General Admission) $6Adults (Reserved A&D) $10 UTRGV Faculty/Staff $6 Senior Citizen (Reserved) $8 Children 17 & under (General Admission) $5Children 17 & under (Reserved) $6 UTRGV Students with valid ID FREE *Tickets are available online at UTRGVNation.com and at UTRGV Fieldhouse Ticket Office

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Adult $7Senior Citizen $6 UTRGV Faculty/Staff $6Children 17 & under $5 UTRGV Students with valid ID FREE

*All tickets are General Admission

BASEBALL General Admission $7Senior Citizen $6 UTRGV Faculty/Staff $6Children 17 & under $5UTRGV Students with valid ID FREE

*All tickets are General Admission

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SOCCER General Admission $7Senior Citizen $6 UTRGV Faculty/Staff $6Children 17 & under $5UTRGV Students FREE

*All tickets are General Admission

VOLLEYBALL General Admission $7Senior Citizen $6 UTRGV Faculty/Staff $6Children 17 & under $5UTRGV Students with valid ID FREE

*All tickets are General Admission

2015-16 INDIVIDUAL GAME TICKET PRICES

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ATTRACTIONS

Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets 5001 E. Exp. 83, Mercedes, TX 78570

La Plaza Mall 2200 S. 10th Street, McAllen, TX 78503

Cinemark Theaters

100 W. Nolana Loop, McAllen, TX 78504

McAllen International Airport2500 S. Bicentennial Boulevard McAllen, TX 78504(956) 782-0913

Renaissance Casa De Palmas101 N. Main StreetMcAllen, TX 78504

(956) 631-1101www.renaissancehotels.com/mfebr

DoubleTree Suites1800 S. Col Rowe Boulevard

McAllen, TX 78503(956) 686-3000

doubletree3.hilton.com

PREFERRED HOTEL LISTING

McAllen International Airport2500 S. Bicentennial Boulevard McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 664-2660

CASTLE HOSPITALITY GROUP

Courtyard Marriot2131 S. 10th StreetMcAllen, TX 78503(956) 668-7800

SpringHill Suites 1800 S. Ware RoadMcAllen, TX 78503(956) 682-6336

Fairfield Inn & Suites2117 S. 10th Street McAllen, TX 78503(956) 971-9444

Homewood Suites3801 W. Expy 83 McAllen, TX 78503(956) 630-0500

Hampton Inn & Suites10 W. Expy 83 McAllen, TX 78501(956) 661-1100

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SPONSOR RESTAURANTS

The Office Bar & Grill 1116 Pecan Boulevard

McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 686-7778

University Draft House2405 W. University Drive

Edinburg, TX 78539(956) 380-4444

Corner Bakery Cafe4021 N. 10th Street McAllen, TX 78504

(956) 278-8270

Rudy’s BBQ209 W. Nolana Loop

Pharr, TX 78577(956) 781-8888

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OTHER POPULAR RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro 3100 Expressway 83McAllen, TX, 78503(956) 664-1516

Outback Steakhouse 1109 E. Business 83McAllen, TX, 78501(956) 618-0577

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse 3200 Expressway 83Mcallen, TX, 78503(956) 687-2005

Cheddars 3020 E. Expressway 83 McAllen, TX, 78503(956) 686-6766

Pappadeaux 1610 W. Expressway 83 Pharr, TX, 78577(956) 783-1471

Chili’s Grill & Bar2303 W. University Dr.Edinburg, TX 78541(956) 380-2818

Fuddruckers111 E. Nolana AvenueMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 631-3833

Hayashi5600 N. 10th StreetMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 686-0500

Blue Onion925 Dove AvenueMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 682-9884

Tony Roma’s 4400 N. 10th StreetMcAllen, TX, 78503(956) 682-4400

New York Pizzeria7017 N. 10th Street # RMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 686-5522

Buffalo Wings & Rings1809 W. Trenton RoadEdinburg, TX 78539(956) 687-2927

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar1913 W. Trenton RoadEdinburg, TX 78539(956) 994-3378

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CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 602 W. University DriveEdinburg, TX 78539 (956) 383-4974 www.edinburg.com

McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash AvenueMcAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-2871 www.mcallen.org

Pharr Chamber of Commerce 308 W. Park StreetPharr, TX 78577 (956) 787-1481 www.pharrchamberofcommerce.com

Weslaco Chamber of Commerce 301 W. Railroad StreetWeslaco, TX 78596 (956) 968-2102 www.weslaco.com

Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce3313 N. McColl Road, McAllen, TX 78501(956) 928-0060www.rgvhcc.com

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THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY: • The Rio Grande Valley produces an average temperature of 78 degrees, and fewer than 20 inches of rainfall every year. Outdoor activities such as golf, tennis, and swimming, can be enjoyed virtually year round. • The Rio Grande Valley is the third-fastest growing area in the country, and the fastest growing region in the State of Texas. There are 1.3 million residents who call the Rio Grande Valley home.

STATE FARM ARENA: • State Farm Arena is the home of the NBA D–League Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Well known artists such as Elton John, Janet Jackson, Shakira, and Aerosmith recently performed in the venue.

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: • South Padre Island is approximately 90 minutes east of the UTRGV Edinburg campus.

• South Padre Island is one of the most popular spring break locations in the country, attracting thousands of college students every year.

• The Travel Channel named South Padre Island as one of America’s Top Beaches for Families in 2006.

• South Padre Island and its surrounding communities offer a variety of top-notch restaurants, parks, museums, fishing, and other attractions for visitors.

• South Padre Island has welcomed MTV on several occasions for their Spring Break hangout.

WELCOME TO THE RGV

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RIO GRANDE VALLEY The Rio Grande Valley (RGV) is located at the southernmost tip of South Texas. It lies along the northern bank of the Rio Grande, and extends for a distance of approximately 100 miles. The RGV is also called El Valle, the spanish translation of “the valley”, and ocassionally referred to as “El Magico Valle del Rio Grande” (“The Magical Valley of the Rio Grande”).

In 1836 Texas won its independence from Spain in 1821, and the RGV was disputed territory between Mexico and Texas. Texas claimed that the border with Mexico was at the Rio Grande River, whereas Mexico claimed that the border was at the Nueces River. This dispute was finally resolved in 1848 at the end of the US - Mexican War, with Texas being awarded the territory that is now the Rio Grande Valley.

The Rio Grande Valley of South Texas encompasses several landmarks that attracts tourists, and is primarily known for South Padre Island. Including other popular destinations such as Port Isabel Lighthouse, Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, and Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park.

Population: 1.3 millionSquare Miles: 43,000

CITY OF EDINBURGThe City of Edinburg was founded on October 10, 1908 and was known as “Chapin”. It lies at the epicenter of one of the most dynamic regions in North America, a region that is keeping pace with the speed of change. Edinburg is the county seat of Hidalgo, the seventh largest county in Texas and is home to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg Campus, the state’s tenth largest public university. Edinburg is a pro-business community with an excellent quality of life, educational facilities and strong civic pride. It has been recognized as an All-America City three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation.

Population: 83,014

CITY OF BROWNSVILLEThe City of Brownsville is the county seat of Cameron County, across the Rio Grande from Matamoros, Tamaulipas. Brownsville was made county seat of the new Cameron County on January 13, 1849, and a post office went into operation on February 3. Within a short time the town’s population had increased to more than 1,000. Points of interest in and around the city include Fort Brown; the Charles Stillman Home; the sites of the battles of Palo Alto, Resaca de la Palma, and Palmito Ranch; the Gladys Porter Zoo; South Padre Island; and Matamoros. Brownsville is also home of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Brownsville Campus.

Population: 183,046Population: 81,029

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COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS

The Rio Grande Valley provides three airports located in McAllen, Harlingen, and Brownsville. Combined, they provide more than 40 daily commercial flights.

The McAllen International Airport is serviced by American, United and Allegiant Air, and makes 15 daily direct flights to airports in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Las Vegas and Mexico City.

The Harlingen Valley International Airport is serviced by United, Southwest, Delta and Sun Country Airlines, and makes 18 daily flights to Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Minneapolis-St. Paul.

The Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport is serviced by United and American.

COMMERCIAL AIRLINES

McAllen International Airport Allegiant Air (888) 594-6937 American Airlines (800) 433-7300 United Airlines (800) 523-3273

Valley International Airport Harlingen Delta Airlines (800) 221-1212Southwest Airlines (800) 435-9792 Sun Country Airlines (800) 359-6786United Airlines (800) 523-3273

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DIRECTIONS TO THE UTRGV FIELDHOUSE

FROM THE NORTH: From North Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (right). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner

Boulevard) until you reach 5th St. (Dr. Nevarez Drive). Turn South (left) on 5th Street. The Fieldhouse is on the right (west).

FROM THE EAST: From East Expressway 83 Drive West until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach

the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard) until you reach 5th Street (Dr. Nevarez Drive). Turn South (left) on 5th Street. The Fieldhouse is on the right (west).

FROM THE WEST: From West Expressway 83 Drive East until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach

the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard) until you reach 5th Street (Dr. Nevarez Drive). Turn South (left) on 5th Street. The Fieldhouse is on the right (west).

FROM THE SOUTH: From South Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281

(Closner Boulevard) until you reach 5th St. (Dr. Nevarez Drive). Turn South (left) on 5th Street. The Fieldhouse is on the right (west).

DIRECTIONS TO THE UTRGV BASEBALL STADIUM

FROM THE NORTH From North Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (right). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner

Boulevard). Field will be on the right after Elizabeth Avenue, before Sugar Road.

FROM EAST From East Expressway 83 Drive West until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard). Field will be on the right after

Elizabeth Avenue, before Sugar Road.

FROM THE WEST: From West Expressway 83 Drive East until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard) Field will be on the right after

Elizabeth Avenue, before Sugar Road.

FROM THE SOUTH: From South Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard)

Field will be on the right after Elizabeth Avenue, before Sugar Road.

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DIRECTIONS TO THE UTRGV SOCCER AND TRACK & FIELD COMPLEX

FROM THE NORTH: From North Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (right). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard). Turn left on Jackson Street. Stadium will be located behind Region One near the corner of N. Jackson Road

and Peridot Street.

FROM THE EAST: From East Expressway 83 Drive West until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard). Turn left on Jackson Street.

Stadium will be located behind Region One near the corner of N. Jackson Road and Peridot Street.

FROM THE WEST: From West Expressway 83 Drive East until you intersect with Expressway 281, Head North on Expressway 281 until you reach the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281 (Closner Boulevard). Turn left on Jackson Street.

Stadium will be located behind Region One near the corner of N. Jackson Road and Peridot Street.

FROM THE SOUTH: From South Expressway 281, take the Schunior Street Exit to the West (left). Head West, passing Business 281

(Closner Boulevard). Turn left on Jackson Street. Stadium will be located behind Region One near the corner of N. Jackson Road and Peridot Street.

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UTRGV EDINBURG CAMPUS MAP