Red River Rivalry Extended

NORMAN, Okla. -- The City of Dallas, the State Fair of Texas, the University of Oklahoma and University of Texas have entered into an agreement that will keep the AT&T Red River Rivalry at the Cotton Bowl through 2015.

The game has been played in Dallas since 1929 and long since evolved into one of college football's greatest rivalry games.

The move to keep the game at the same location pleased OU Athletics Director Joe Castiglione.

“Because of its prominent history and unique atmosphere, the setting of the Red River Rivalry truly represents one of the most special games in all of college football,” Castiglione said. “We are grateful for the relationship we share with the State Fair and City of Dallas. They have identified a number of ways to upgrade and expand the Cotton Bowl Stadium and enhance the atmosphere of a venerable old stadium.

“The University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas have nearly 80 years invested in this great tradition. As we look forward to continuing in Dallas, we are genuinely excited about all of the plans to improve and expand the Cotton Bowl Stadium. Both universities can involve many more fans in this special fall classic.”

The previous agreement was set to run out after the 2010 game. Improvements at the Cotton Bowl and commitments to future enhancements of the game cleared the way for a five-year extension.

To date, Cotton Bowl renovations have totaled $20 million. Dallas residents voted in November to approve another $30 million in bonds for additional improvements.

University of Oklahoma Athletics

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