As the United Football League (UFL) prepares for its 2025 season, the San Antonio Brahmas are bracing for a unique set of challenges due to scheduling conflicts at the Alamodome. Greg Luca from the San Antonio Express-News shed some more light on this.
We have already reported on how the Brahmas will play one fewer home game than other teams in the league. That game will be played in St Louis. What we learned from Luca’s reporting is that their home games may be clustered toward the end of the UFL season.
The Alamodome, San Antonio’s primary venue for large-scale events, is booked with major engagements during the early weeks of the UFL season, which kicks off on March 28.
High-profile events like the NCAA Men’s Final Four and Disney on Ice occupy the stadium through at least Week 5. As a result, the Brahmas’ first home game might not occur until Week 6, potentially leading to multiple consecutive home games late in the season.
Attendance figures highlight both the potential and challenges of spring football in San Antonio. The Brahmas drew an average of 11,888 fans per game in 2024, ranking third in the UFL. This marks a decline from previous years: the San Antonio Commanders of the Alliance of American Football averaged 27,720 fans per game in 2019 before the league folded mid-season.
In 2023, the rebooted XFL’s San Antonio team averaged 14,983 fans per game, ranking second in the league. The attendance dip reflects the uncertainties surrounding spring football leagues but also underscores the city’s enduring passion for the sport.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg remains optimistic about San Antonio’s sports future despite these challenges. “I look forward to the day, and I believe there will be a day, when San Antonio is in control of its own destiny with respect to the NFL,” Nirenberg shared. “We’ll be in good shape regardless, but it will be a great day when that vision is finally realized, that the ball is in our hands.”
The Brahmas are working to strengthen their connection with the community. They have established a year-round staff focused on ticket sales and marketing, aiming to enhance the fan experience with more premium seating and group sales options.
UFL President Russ Brandon acknowledges the complexities of the scheduling situation but remains committed to San Antonio. The league explored alternative venues but determined that adjusting the schedule was the best option for this season.
While the scheduling conflicts present immediate hurdles, they also reflect San Antonio’s growing status as a host for major events. The UFL views this as a positive sign of the city’s vibrancy and potential for future growth in professional sports.
As the 2025 season approaches, the Brahmas and their fans will navigate an unusual schedule, but the team’s commitment to San Antonio and the city’s enduring love for football suggest a promising future ahead.
