Pikeville, Ky. – University of Pikeville football has announced the 2022 schedule, complete with 10 contests including five to be held at Hambley Athletic Complex. Head Coach Corey Fipps enters his second year at the helm, following an expedited 2021 campaign that saw the Bears finish 4-6.
New this season, admission will be handled by Hometown Ticketing and will feature the ability to buy in advance. Tickets are on sale now, and feature season ticket options within the ticketing portal at upikebears.com/tickets. General admission will be $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, children five years and younger are free.
Coach Fipps is optimistic as he enters year two.
"We're extremely excited about the team we've assembled," said Fipps, "having a full recruiting season gave us the tools we need to win. There's a lot of key pieces returning to the roster as well as some incoming guys we think can have an impact. Fall is right around the corner and we're ready to get started."
The Bears open the season against Kentucky Christian on Saturday, September 10th at Hambley Field. Coach Fipps will face the Knights for the first time since leaving his post in Grayson, looking to add to the Bears 9-2 all-time record against KCU.
Week two brings the Bears back to Hambley Field for a Mid-South Conference opener with the Phoenix of Cumberland. The midday battle kicks-off at 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 17th.
Coach Fipps and company hit the road for weeks three and four, facing Bethel in McKenzie, Tenn. on Saturday, September 24th and Bluefield on Saturday, October 1st.
The rivalry against Georgetown will play out at Hambley Field on October 8th which will be homecoming day. Kick-off between the Bears and Tigers is set for 1:30 PM, with homecoming activities to be announced in the near future.
The Bears pay a visit to Williamsburg, Ky. for a week six duel with the Patriots before returning to Pikeville for Hall of Fame weekend. 2022 Hall of Fame festivities will take place Saturday, October 22nd as the Bears kick-off against Campbellsville at 1:30 PM.
Week eight takes the Bears to Crestview Hills, Ky. looking to take their third straight win against Thomas More. UPIKE's final showdown in Pikeville brings defending MSC Champs and 2021 NAIA Semifinalist Lindsey Wilson to Hambley Field for a 1:30 PM kickoff against the Blue Raiders.
Week 10 concludes the regular season in Montgomery, Ala. as the Bears take on Faulkner.
All UPIKE football home games at Hambley Field will be broadcasted via the UPIKE Sports Network in partnership with PikeTV. All live and recorded broadcasts can be found at upikebears.com/watch. Fans are encouraged to download the Boxcast app on Roku, Apple TV, and similar devices and search "UPIKE" for the best viewing experience.
The BearWalk will begin an hour and 30 minutes before game time and gates will open an hour prior to kick-off at Hambley Athletics Complex. Visitors can check out the UPIKE Visitors Guide for detailed stadium information and parking details.
