Montclair, NJ - The Montclair State University football team will host the second edition of the annual "Breakfast Bowl" on Saturday, October 11 at Sprague Field against Rowan University.

Created in 2024, "The Breakfast Bowl" was started as a new twist to a long-standing in-state rivalry as both teams raised funds to help fight food insecurity in the state of New Jersey while also having fans settle the debate of "Pork Roll" (Rowan) or "Taylor Ham" (Montclair). 

For fans looking to participate, the Breakfast Bowl Campaign is a week-long fundraising initiative supporting the Red Hawk Pantry at Montclair State University. With more than 25,000 students on the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses, the goal is to raise $6,400 to ensure that the growing demand for food, hygiene products, and other essentials can be met.

There will also be a tailgate for all fans (pre-registration required), hosted by Montclair State University, located in Lot 7 overlooking Sprague Field. Admission is free with concessions available for purchase, with the first 640 tailgate guests receiving their choice of a free #taylorham or #porkroll t-shirt.

Montclair and Rowan will meet for the 64th time in their history on Saturday, with the Red Hawks holding a 36-27 advantage in the all-time series. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM.

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TAILGATE PRE-REGISTRATION

THE RED HAWK PANTRY
To combat the reality and struggle of food insecurity for our community, Student Development and Campus Life (SDCL) established the Red Hawk Pantry. On April 18, 2016, the on-campus food pantry opened for the first time and continues to serve the needs of our campus community. This year, the Red Hawk Food Pantry at Montclair State University has experienced a dramatic increase in student visits—over 7,900 in the 2024–2025 academic year, up from over 6,400 the year before. This steady growth reflects the rising financial hardships faced by our students and the critical role our pantry plays in meeting their basic needs. When students are unsure where their next meal will come from, their academic success, mental health, and overall well-being are at risk.

THE BREAKFAST BOWL CAMPAIGN
The Breakfast Bowl not only ignites spirited competition but also tackles food insecurity across New Jersey through a week-long fundraising initiative supporting the Red Hawk Pantry at Montclair State University and Rowan University's SHOP Pantry. We're rallying our community during the Montclair State vs. Rowan University football game on Saturday, October 11, to raise vital funds that keep our shelves stocked and our services running strong. With more than 25,000 students on our Montclair and Bloomfield campuses, our goal is to raise $6,400 to ensure we can meet the growing demand for food, hygiene products, and other essentials. Every dollar you give makes a direct impact. Your support ensures that no Red Hawk has to choose between food and their education. Let's come together and show our students they're not alone.