RENO, Nev. - At this Saturday's Nevada Football home opener against Western Kentucky the Wolf Pack will recognize the firefighters and first responders who worked tirelessly to protect our communities during the recent wildfires across Northern Nevada.

As a token of appreciation, the Wolf Pack is offering complimentary tickets to Saturday night's contest to the firefighters and first responders who helped keep Northern Nevada safe. The Wolf Pack will host the Hilltoppers Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Mackay Stadium.

Firefighters and first responders can claim their complimentary tickets HERE using the promo code RESPONDER.

"Along with many in our community, members of our staff and student-athletes were impacted by the recent fires. Our firefighters and first responders demonstrated the utmost courage, heroism and dedication fighting these fires which threatened our community and we want to express our heartfelt thanks. We look forward to recognizing these units for their tireless efforts at our home opener Saturday," said Nevada Football head coach Jeff Choate.

Nevada Athletics would like to extend its gratitude and thanks to all firefighters and first responders for their dedication, sacrifice and service in battling the wildfires and protecting our community.