VERMILLION, S.D. -- The South Dakota athletic department is excited to announce the return of Coyote Alley for the 2024 football season. Presented by HyVee and Scheels, Coyote Alley is located directly north of the tennis courts and will feature live music, games, food and more. This area is free for the public to access and will be home to alumni, Coyote Sports Properties and student tailgate programming.

COYOTE ALLEY NOTES: 

• HYVEE AND SCHEELS PARTNERSHIP: Both HyVee and Scheels are the presenting sponsors of Coyote Alley this season. Their support helps enhance the entertainment options all season long.
• TAYLOR STREET CLOSED: In an effort to provide a safer environment for attendees and to expand entertainment options, Taylor Street, located directly north of Coyote Alley will be closed prior to games. It will reopen at the conclusion of all games to ease exiting traffic. Fans parking in lots A, B, C or D are asked to enter from Dakota Street.
• FOOD OPTIONS & INFLATABLES: HyVee will be on-hand for each game at Coyote Alley with various food options. Multiple inflatables will also be available for children.

EARLY SEASON SCHEDULE: 
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 vs. NORTHERN STATE (HOME OPENER/BLACK OUT THEME)

• • MUSIC: Leila's Rose
  • INFLATABLES: 5-6:30 p.m.
  • KICKOFF: 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 vs. DRAKE (AG APPRECIATION DAY)

• • MUSIC: DJ Jake Louder
  • AG APPRECIATION DAY: Ag Appreciation Displays
  • INFLATABLES: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • KICKOFF: 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 vs. SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (HALL OF FAME/FAMILY DAY)

• • MUSIC: DJ Jake Louder
  • INFLATABLES: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • KICKOFF: 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 vs. NORTHERN IOWA (DAKOTA DAYS)

• • MUSIC: Beverley Hills Thrift Store
  • INFLATABLES: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • KICKOFF: 2 p.m.