The University of West Georgia (UWG) has unveiled its 2025 football schedule, marking its second season competing at the NCAA Division I level within the United Athletic Conference (UAC). The 2025 slate features a mix of non-conference and conference matchups, reflecting the program’s ongoing transition and ambition in Division I football.
Non-Conference Games:
August 28, 2025: UWG will kick off the season on the road against the Samford Bulldogs at Seibert Stadium in Homewood, Alabama. This game concludes a home-and-home series that began in 2024, where the Wolves hosted Samford in their inaugural Division I game.
September 13, 2025: The Wolves will host the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Buccaneers at University Stadium in Carrollton, Georgia. This matchup is part of a home-and-home series, with UWG set to visit ETSU in Johnson City, Tennessee, in 2026.
Conference Games:
While specific dates for UAC matchups have yet to be finalized, UWG’s conference opponents for the 2025 season are anticipated to include:
Eastern Kentucky Colonels: Located in Richmond, Kentucky, the Colonels are a formidable opponent within the UAC.
Tarleton State Texans: Based in Stephenville, Texas, Tarleton State has been a rising program in recent years.
North Alabama Lions: A familiar foe from UWG’s Gulf South Conference days, renewing this rivalry adds excitement to the schedule.
Austin Peay Governors: Hailing from Clarksville, Tennessee, the Governors have a competitive program in the UAC.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds: A trip to Cedar City, Utah, presents a unique challenge for the Wolves.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks: Based in Nacogdoches, Texas, they are known for their strong football tradition.
Utah Tech Trailblazers: Another western trip for UWG, facing the Trailblazers in St. George, Utah.
Central Arkansas Bears: Located in Conway, Arkansas, the Bears are consistently competitive within the conference.
The 2025 schedule underscores UWG’s commitment to establishing itself in Division I football, offering fans a blend of traditional rivalries and new challenges. As the program continues its transition, these matchups will be pivotal in shaping the Wolves’ trajectory in the UAC and the
broader Division I landscape.
08/28 – at Samford
09/06 – at Nicholls
09/13 – ETSU
09/20 – Eastern Kentucky*
09/27 – at Southern Utah*
10/04 – at Austin Peay*
10/11 – Abilene Christian*
10/18 – at Tarleton State*
10/25 – Central Arkansas*
11/01 – OFF
11/08 – at North Alabama*
11/15 – Utah Tech*
11/22 – OFF
