Iowa announces 'color' games for 2011 football season

From University of Iowa Sports Information

Another “colorful” season is planned for Kinnick Stadium in 2011.

Here is the official schedule of “Color Games” for the University of Iowa:

Be Bold, Wear Gold: Iowa vs. Pittsburgh (Sept. 17)

The Hawkeyes will entertain the Pitt Panthers of the Big East Conference in their second home game of the 2011 season. The game will also be Iowa's second non-conference game against a Bowl Championship Series team.

The Black and Gold Spirit Game: Iowa vs. Northwestern (Oct. 15)

Fans of the Hawkeyes will once again have the opportunity to “stripe”  Kinnick Stadium for the enjoyment of a prime time national television audience.  Same rules as last year's game apply:  Even number sections wear GOLD, odd number sections wear BLACK.

The 2011 Blackout Game: Iowa vs. Michigan State (Nov. 12)

The home season finale against defending Big Ten Conference champion Michigan State will be the setting for the annual “Blackout” of  Kinnick Stadium.  It's likely to be chilly, so purchase your black gear today and get ready to help the Hawkeyes close out another exciting home season with a victory over the Spartans.

Iowa opens its 2011 season on Saturday, Sept. 3, against Tennessee Tech.  That game will be televised live in high-definition to a national audience by the Big Ten Network.  Kickoff is set for shortly after 11 a.m., Iowa time.