Travel to Yankee Stadium on the Cortaca Student Fan Buses!

The 2026 Cortaca Jug Game presented by Visions Federal Credit Union will be held Saturday, November 14 at 1:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased on Ticketmaster.
Image of Ithaca (left) and Cortland (right) football helmets on table with Yankee Stadium grandstand in backdrop.

On Saturday, November 14, 2026, Ithaca College will renew its rivalry with SUNY Cortland at Yankee Stadium in the 67th Annual Cortaca Jug game presented by Visions Federal Credit Union. The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life is excited to share that it will be coordinating round-trip coach bus transportation from campus to Yankee Stadium. Traveling with IC offers an easy and cost-effective travel option; no need to worry about the cost of gas, tolls, parking, or overnight lodging.

Cost to ride the Cortaca Student Fan Bus is $20 per person and must be paid electronically at the time of registering. Price includes round-trip transportation and complimentary snacks and refreshments.

Whether this will be your first Cortaca or you’re ready for another exciting chapter in this legendary rivalry, riding the student fan bus is a convenient way for you and your friends to make the trip to the Bronx.

Students interested in utilizing this travel option will need to complete the registration form linked below.

Image of Fans at Cortaca 2022. Fan is pointing to a hoodie with Ithaca College embroidered across chest. Other fans celebrating around him.
Register for the Cortaca Student Fan Bus

All students intending to ride on the student fan buses are REQUIRED to complete a registration sign up. Space on the fan buses is limited and slots will be honored on a first-come, first-served submission basis while supply lasts.

Please note that tickets to the game are sold separately. You must have a game ticket to ride the bus.

Register Today!

Basic Details

Departure from Campus: Approximately 7:30 a.m.

Arrival at Yankee Stadium: Approximately 11:30 a.m.

Departure from Yankee Stadium: Approximately 45-60 minutes following the conclusion of the game.

Cost: $20 per person

Be Informed: Policies and Procedures

Please be aware that alcoholic beverages and illicit drugs are strictly prohibited on the Cortaca Student Fan Buses. Any person found in possession of prohibited items will not be allowed to enter the bus at check-in and may be subject to additional disciplinary action through the college's Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards.

Also note that students utilizing this transportation option are expected to ride the bus for both the travel to Yankee Stadium and the return trip back to campus.

Additionally, students are encouraged to be informed of all Yankee Stadium policies and procedures. Please do not bring items with you that will be flagged by stadium security at entry. Ithaca College is not responsible for any items that may be lost, damaged, or stolen if left on the fan buses during the game.

Yankee Stadium Policies

Questions?

If you are in need of special accommodations or have any additional questions regarding the Cortaca Student Fan Buses, please contact the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life as soon as possible.

607-274-3374