Old Dominion University football has announced the 2022 schedule of games and for the first time since 2011 and first since becoming an FBS program, the Monarchs will play four in-state schools, including three at home.

The season will kick off Friday, Sept. 2 at Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium in a match up against Virginia Tech. It will be Virginia Tech’s first appearance in Norfolk since ODU stunned the No. 13 Hokies 49-35 in 2018.

“I am confident that Monarch Nation shares my excitement and pride for what is, without a doubt, the best football schedule in our program’s history. Coach Rahne and his staff continue to build and grow our program to national prominence, similar to the stature of our academic programs and research efforts,” ODU President Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D. said.  “The 2022 schedule is yet another positive step forward in our pursuit of becoming one of the nation’s elite college football programs. I look forward to experiencing a sold out S.B. Ballard Stadium for each and every home game this fall. It is a great time to be a Monarch! GO MONARCHS!”

ODU also announced that season ticket sales and renewals are now available for purchase. Read more here.