DALLAS (SMU) – SMU Athletics and its multimedia rightsholder, Mustang Sports Properties, announced today the return of Tailgate Express LLC for fans' turnkey tailgate and event hospitality needs for all home football games during the 2020 season.

This marks the second consecutive year Tailgate Express will provide fans an exclusive tailgate solution on The Boulevard in the heart of the SMU campus – inclusive of full-service packages, a-la-carte and additional options such as a television media offering.

"We're proud for the opportunity to return and work with SMU fans," said Tailgate Express Owner and CEO John English. "There's no comparison in experiencing the euphoria of The Boulevard tailgating scene as the community and camaraderie of the SMU fan base is second to none. We're confident our hands-on, customized approach to tailgating and fan engagement will maximize the game day experience for all fans on the Hilltop."

"We eagerly anticipate the return of college football in the fall, and we're pleased to welcome back Tailgate Express to build hassle-free tailgate packages for our fans as they plan ahead for the upcoming season," said SMU Senior Associate Athletic Director, Development Matt Peters.

Tailgate Express General Manager Andrew Dickerson added, "We are excited to renew our partnership with Southern Methodist University. The Boulevard is one of the most impressive and unique tailgating scenes in America, and we're thrilled to be back to provide excellent service for Mustang fans."

Tailgate Express packages for SMU are available now, and fans can learn more by visiting www.tailgate-express.com/SMU, by emailing SMU@tailgate-express.com or calling (214) 935-1683. SMU's first home game is on September 12, when the Mustangs play host to Stephen F. Austin.
 
About Tailgate Express
Tailgate Express was started in 2012 by John English, who realized there was a need for a tailgate delivery service at Texas Tech University. Over the years, the company diversified into a full-scale operation providing expertise and execution in fan engagement and tailgating solutions. In 2019, Tailgate Express expanded its customized tailgating model to SMU. The company takes pride in customizing its offerings to fit any school's individual game day needs and layout.

Mustang Sports Properties is the Dallas-based team for Learfield IMG College representing SMU Athletics. Learfield IMG College is a leading media and tech company in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with extensive content and commerce solutions for fan engagement. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience.