LAS CRUCES, N.M. – For the first time since 2002, New Mexico State football has become bowl eligible with the sixth win of the season with a 22-17 decision over South Alabama on Saturday.

The Aggies' opportunity to be selected for a bowl this season can end the longest bowl drought in the country dating back to 1960.

NM State is encouraging fans to order tickets for the team's potential bowl game through the Pan Am ticket office. Orders can be placed by visiting the Pan Am ticket office or by calling 575-646-1420. The ticket office opens at 12 p.m. MT on Sunday, Dec. 3.