LOUISVILLE, Ky. – UofL Athletics announced its 2021 football promotional calendar, which features an array of special events, tributes, and the celebration of former head coach Howard Schnellenberger.

Tribute nights this season will include a 9/11 Remembrance, Extra Yard for Teachers and a Salute to Service on Memorial Day weekend. Kids Day, Band Day and a special Blackout night are also on the calendar.

The Cards will remember the career of Schnellenberger, who passed away on March 27, 2021. The former head coach led the Cardinals for 10 seasons (1985-94) and guided the program to a pair of bowl wins.

Louisville defeated No. 25 Alabama 34–7 in the 1991 Fiesta Bowl, capping a 10–1–1 season and the school's then-highest appearance in the final AP poll (14th). The Fiesta Bowl appearance was the school's first-ever New Year's Day bowl game.

Players will wear a helmet sticker for the entire season to commemorate Schnellenberger's accomplishments, and the season opener versus Eastern Kentucky will feature a moment of silence and a video tribute to the former head coach, UofL Athletics said in an email to Spectrum News 1.

Plans for a larger celebration at the Kentucky game will include an appearance from Beverlee Schnellenberger, the wife of the former UofL coach, and the presentation of the Howard Schnellenberger Award, which is given to the Most Valuable Player from either a UK or UofL player.

You can find the complete UofL footballpromotional schedule below:

9/11 vs. EKU

9/11 Remembrance

On the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, UofL Football will honor and remember everyone who was impacted by the tragedy.

Spirit Day

The season opener will also feature the second annual Spirit Day. Louisville cheer squads and Ladybirds will host a youth clinic prior to kickoff and a special performance on the field at halftime.

9/17 vs. UCF 

National Champions Celebration

Celebrating Louisville's past and present National Champions, UofL Athletics will honor 2021 NCAA National Champions Makenli Forrest (Indoor Weight Throw), Mitchell Whyte, Evgenii Somov, Haridi Sameh Kamel (200M Medley Relay), and Nick Albiero (200M Medley Relay and 200 Butterfly).  We also welcome the 1986 Men's Basketball National Championship team for the 35th anniversary of UofL's second Men's Basketball Championship.

Extra Yard for Teachers

Louisville will participate in the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers Week, offering exclusive ticket discounts for UofL faculty & staff and those working in local school districts. Extra Yard for Teachers is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring and recognizing great teachers.

10/9 vs. Virginia

Kids Day

October will kick off with the inaugural Kids Day at Cardinal Stadium, as the youngest Cards fans are invited to take over the game and participate in a range of in-game activities, including high five tunnels, directing the Cardinal Marching Band and being an honorary member of the media for the game.

Cardinal Family Weekend

Hosted by the Louisville Parents and Family Association, the annual Cardinal Family Weekend welcomes families of UofL students to campus for a weekend full of fall activities.

Football Alumni Weekend

Former Louisville Football players are invited back to campus for a pre-game tailgate party and will be given tickets to cheer on the Cardinals versus the Cavaliers.

10/23 vs. Boston College

Homecoming

The Cardinals host the Eagles for the annual Homecoming game as the traditional homecoming coronation. Alumnus of the Year recognition will take place at halftime.

Hall of Fame Weekend

Louisville will honor the newest inductees to the Athletics Hall of Fame. The 2021 class, announced in September, will be honored in after their induction the night before. 

11/6 vs. Clemson

Norton Pediatrics Halftime Performance

Enjoy a special halftime performance by the UofL Cardinal Marching Band as they partner with UofL Hospital and Norton Children's Hospital.

11/13 vs. Syracuse

Salute to Service

As part of Veteran's Day Weekend, the Cardinals will hold their annual Salute to Service game honoring both veterans and active military personnel. 

Band Day

The UofL Cardinal Marching Band "Band Day" provides an opportunity for high school band students to see a collegiate marching band and football team at their best.

Blackout

After a hiatus in 2021, the Cardinals will host their 11th blackout game in school history. The official blackout t-shirt design and how to purchase will be announced at a later date.

11/17 vs. Kentucky

Senior Day

The season's home slate concludes with the Senior Day celebration. 

Howard Schellenberger Tribute

UofL will recognize the accomplishments of Howard Schnelleberger at the season finale versus Kentucky. Beverlee Schnelleberger, the wife of the former head coach, will be in attendance to celebrate the coach's contributions, not only to the UofL program, but throughout the state of Kentucky.