The Bison are Back
The FCS National Championship Game between North Dakota State and Montana State promises to be an exciting battle. With its storied tradition of dominance, NDSU is looking to claim its next championship. Find out how you can be part of the experience below.
About the Game
No. 2 seed North Dakota State (13-2) faces top-seeded Montana State (15-0) in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Game. The game kicks off on Monday, Jan. 6, at 6 p.m. CT at Toyota Stadium (17,677) in Frisco, Texas. This marks NDSU's 11th championship appearance in 14 seasons.
For more game details, visit the NCAA FCS Championship website.
Tickets, Travel and Game Day Info
Tickets
Tickets are available online at NCAA.com/FCS. All tickets are delivered digitally using the AXS mobile app. North Dakota State is the away team and will occupy the west sideline closest to the press box and suites, between sections 103 and 109.
Book Your Hotel
Marriott at Legacy Town Center
7121 Bishop Rd
Plano, TX 75024
Rate: Starting at $215
Book online or call (972) 473-6444 and ask for the NDSU Foundation room block.
Stadium & Parking Info
Parking lots open at 1 p.m. on game day. Payments are cashless only (credit/debit cards, Apple/Google Pay). General admission parking is $30 in the Red and Blue lots and $20 in the Green and White lots. RVs and campers will be charged for each space taken up by the vehicle. See the stadium parking map. Toyota Stadium has a clear bag and purse policy. Find more information about the stadium on the Toyota Stadium website.
Engage with the Bison Community in Frisco
Bison Fan Gathering
Join fellow Bison fans to gear up for the National Championship game on Sunday, Jan. 5, from 6 - 8 p.m. at The Truck Yard, located at 5959 Grove Ln, The Colony, TX. All ages are welcome, and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Learn more here.
Bison Tailgate Party
The Bison Tailgate Party presented by Gate City Bank is a free, all-ages event from 1 - 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, on Dr. Pink Field adjacent to Toyota Stadium. Celebrate the FCS championship game with bounce houses, yard games, music, face painting and more. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.
Visit the NDSU Foundation’s Frisco page for more information about the event and sponsorship opportunities.
Stampede March
Fans are invited to line up at the west entrance of Toyota Stadium for team arrivals on Game Day. The Gold Star Marching Band and NDSU Cheer team will arrive at 2:45 p.m. with Bison goodies and music. Team arrivals begin at 3:15 p.m. with North Dakota State followed by Montana State. Stadium gates open at 4 p.m.
NDSU Bookstore Pop-Up Shop
Saturday, Jan. 4: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 5: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 6: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center
7121 Bishop Rd., Plano, TX
Please note, The NDSU Bookstore will not have a location at the Bison Tailgate Party.
Game Day Coverage
Television
Live coverage on ESPN begins at 6 p.m. The broadcast will also be available to ESPN+ subscribers on ESPN.com and the ESPN app.
Radio
Statewide network coverage on all 25 stations across the Pioneer Seeds Bison Sports Network begins at 5 p.m. Streaming is available on GoBison.com/allaccess and the NDSU Athletics mobile app. National radio coverage begins at 5:30 p.m. on WestwoodOneSports.com, the Varsity Network app, the TuneIn app and affiliate radio stations.
Watch Sites
Each game day, NDSU football Watch Sites are hosted at bars and restaurants all over the country to bring the Herd together to cheer on the Bison. For a full list of Team Makers watch sites, visit this page. Some Watch Site locations may be 21 and over only; please verify with the venue.
For additional information about the commentators for the broadcast and to learn about North Dakota State football program’s rich history of success, see this article from NDSU Athletics.
Follow the Excitement: From Fargo to Frisco
Share your Bison pride on social media and join the action! Instead of using the Bison Tracker, fans are encouraged to share their travels or game-day plans with the hashtag #FargoToFrisco. Your post could even be featured on the Fargo to Frisco fan wall! Share on social media or visit GoBison.com/FargoToFrisco to snap or upload your photo or video. Vote for your favorite fan photos at GoBison.com/F2F.
Get excited for the game with photos from this season and relive the energy of past championship trips to Frisco.
