University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Attendees Announced for 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend
6/2/2026 12:05:00 PM | Football
FARMINGTON, Utah. – The Big Sky Conference officials announced the student-athlete attendee list for the 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend, with Northern Colorado set to be represented by three members of its program in Spokane, Washington.
The annual event runs from July 25–27 at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino and brings together all 13 league programs for a multi-day celebration of Big Sky football ahead of the 2026 season. Northern Colorado will be represented by head coach Ed Lamb, along with offensive lineman Levi Johnson and defensive lineman Blake Weslin.
Monday's media day coverage will feature more than four hours of live interviews and analysis beginning at 9 a.m. PT, broadcast on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports. Coverage will include appearances from all 13 Big Sky programs, along with Commissioner Tom Wistrcill and additional special guests throughout the day.
The weekend also includes the 2026 Big Sky Hall of Fame Gala on Saturday, July 25, beginning at 6:30 p.m. PT. The ceremony will honor eight inductees and take place inside the Pend Oreille Pavilion on the resort property.
Media can apply for credentials to attend and cover the 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend by following this link.
More details regarding interview schedules and additional events surrounding the kickoff weekend will be announced in the coming weeks.
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the football team on Instagram, X and Facebook.
The annual event runs from July 25–27 at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino and brings together all 13 league programs for a multi-day celebration of Big Sky football ahead of the 2026 season. Northern Colorado will be represented by head coach Ed Lamb, along with offensive lineman Levi Johnson and defensive lineman Blake Weslin.
Monday's media day coverage will feature more than four hours of live interviews and analysis beginning at 9 a.m. PT, broadcast on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports. Coverage will include appearances from all 13 Big Sky programs, along with Commissioner Tom Wistrcill and additional special guests throughout the day.
The weekend also includes the 2026 Big Sky Hall of Fame Gala on Saturday, July 25, beginning at 6:30 p.m. PT. The ceremony will honor eight inductees and take place inside the Pend Oreille Pavilion on the resort property.
Media can apply for credentials to attend and cover the 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend by following this link.
More details regarding interview schedules and additional events surrounding the kickoff weekend will be announced in the coming weeks.
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the football team on Instagram, X and Facebook.
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