description Texas vs Oklahoma (Red River Rivalry) Overview
The Red River Rivalry is the annual American college football game between the University of Texas Longhorns and the University of Oklahoma Sooners. The matchup is traditionally played at the Cotton Bowl stadium in Dallas, Texas, during the State Fair of Texas in early October. The boundary between the two states is the Red River, which gives the historic rivalry its name, and the teams compete for the Golden Hat trophy.
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Where is the annual Red River Rivalry football game played?
The matchup between the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma is traditionally played at the Cotton Bowl stadium in Dallas, Texas. The game takes place during the State Fair of Texas in early October.
Why is the Texas vs Oklahoma game called the Red River Rivalry?
The name references the Red River that forms the natural border between the states of Texas and Oklahoma. The geographic proximity and intense historical recruiting battles between the two universities heavily fuel the rivalry.
What unique tradition occurs at the stadium during the Red River Rivalry?
The stadium is famously split down the 50-yard line, with Texas fans wearing burnt orange on one side and Oklahoma fans wearing crimson on the other. The winning team also traditionally receives the Golden Hat trophy, a massive golden ten-gallon cowboy helmet.
What conference will the Red River Rivalry be played in after recent realignment?
Both the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma officially joined the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2024. The teams will continue to play their annual rivalry game as part of the SEC's regular season schedule.
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