Football returned to the Hilltop on Saturday night as SMU kicked off its home opener against Stephen F. Austin. Although SMU’s play on the field was nothing out of the ordinary, as they dominated the Lumberjacks, gameday looked different this week compared to years past.
Boulevard tents were not set up, cheerleaders danced from the stands, and the Mustangs did not proceed down the boulevard before the game. Due to COVID-19, various precautions were taken in order to keep fans and players safe.
“This year’s game day felt very different obviously without the boulevard and without large gatherings before the game,” said Van Pittman, a senior at SMU.