CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Athletics has announced its promotional schedule for the 2026 Islanders Soccer season. The home slate features 11 promotional matches filled with community celebrations, student traditions, youth engagement opportunities and giveaways. From Izzy's Kids Club Night presented by Sonic, to White Out Night, to Bark in the Park and more, Islanders Soccer offers fun experiences for A&M-Corpus Christi students, alumni, local youth and families from across the Coastal Bend. Plus, fans 21 and older can enjoy the
Islanders Beer Garden, available at every Thursday home match throughout the season.
Fans can purchase single-game tickets now and are encouraged to arrive early throughout the season to take advantage of giveaways and pregame activities. Promotional items are available while supplies last.
2026 Promotional Schedule
Wednesday, Aug. 12 – vs. Tarleton State
Home Opener / International Youth Night / Kids Club Night
The Islanders open the 2026 season with Kids Club activities, youth player escorts, and postgame autographs.
Sunday, Aug. 16 – vs. Texas A&M International
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Night
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi faculty and staff are recognized with complimentary admission and special pre-game recognition. Schedule posters will be available while supplies last.
Sunday, Aug. 23 – vs. Prairie View A&M
Student-Athlete Welcome Back Day
The Islanders welcome student athletes back to campus with food, games and interactive fan activities.
Thursday, Aug. 27 – vs. Sam Houston State
White Out Night/Waves of Welcome
Fans are encouraged to wear white as the Islanders celebrate Waves of Welcome with a white shirt promotional giveaway, lawn games and student activities.
Islanders Beer Garden Available
Sunday, Aug. 30 – vs. Our Lady of the Lake
Youth Sports Day
Youth teams are invited to participate in anthem buddies, halftime scrimmages, and post-game autograph sessions.
Sunday. Sept. 13 – vs. UTEP
Senior Day / Alumni Appreciation
The Islanders honor their senior class while welcoming back former student-athletes for Alumni Appreciation Day.
Thursday, Sept. 24 – vs. UTRGV
South Texas Showdown, presented by Rally Credit Union
Don't miss one of the biggest matches of the year as the Islanders take on rival UTRGV with a Showdown T-shirt giveaway presented by Rally Credit Union while supplies last.
Islanders Beer Garden available
Sunday, Sept. 27 – vs. McNeese
Mental Health Awareness / Camper Reunion
The Islanders recognize Mental Health Awareness while welcoming back youth campers for a special reunion. In partnership with the University Counseling Center, mental health T-shirts will be given away while supplies last!
Thursday, Oct. 1 – vs. Southeastern Louisiana
Kick Out Cancer Night / Sting Soccer Night
Islanders Soccer invites all of Sting Soccer Club to the enjoy anthem buddies, halftime activities, and post-game autographs, while at the same time encouraging fans to wear pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pink shirts presented by Radiology Associates will be distributed while supplies last!
Islanders Beer Garden Available
Sunday, Oct. 11 vs. Northwestern State
Unified Soccer Game
The Islanders celebrate unified sports by partnering with adaptive sports organizations and honoring Miracle League Participants throughout the match.
Sunday, Oct. 25 – vs. Houston Christian
Bark in the Park
Bring your four-legged friend to the regular season finale featuring pet-friendly activities, dog giveaways, adoption opportunities and family fun.
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