For the first time ever, the Battle for the Fremont Cannon will take place on Nevada Day — the 156th anniversary of Nevada officially becoming a state.
In the annual showdown between the two rivals, the Fremont Cannon is awarded to the winner and subsequently painted the winning team’s color. In the past two seasons, the Cannon has resided down south, spray painted in red after two straight UNLV victories.
The two intrastate foes will face-off in the newly-constructed Allegiant Stadium, home to the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders. The Rebels plan to play their first two games (other is vs.