The Valparaiso University football program has announced an addition to the team's schedule for the 2026 season, finalizing a Week-0 game against Lawrence Tech on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Brown Field.
 
This will mark the first matchup between the Beacons and Blue Devils, who are members of the NAIA Mid-States Football Association. This will be the first game of Year 2 under head coach Andy Waddle.
 
This marks the third scheduled nonconference game for the Beacons, who will visit Murray State (Sept. 12) and Indiana State (Sept. 19) prior to the start of Pioneer Football League play with the Sept. 26 Homecoming game vs. Butler. Click here for the full schedule.
 
Preparation for that Aug. 29 season opener begins on Tuesday as the Brown & Gold kick off spring practice. The 2026 Spring Game is set for Saturday, April 25 at Brown Field.