What's new at Williams-Brice Stadium for 2023
August 31, 2023/ FROM USC SPORTS INFORMATIONThe football game experience for fans at Williams-Brice Stadium has seen a lot of changes this decade and this upcoming season will not be any different.
The football game experience for fans at Williams-Brice Stadium has seen a lot of changes this decade and this upcoming season will not be any different.During the last decade, there have been many updates including a new videoboard, new LED lights and ribbon boards, a new sound system, security revisions, more access for drinkable water and cooling stations, addition of alcohol beverages and new items at concession stands and much more.
This season’s additions will be evident to all Carolina fans who have been attending games for many years.
The biggest change will be in the pre-game ceremonies on the field, including an enhanced 2001 entrance, as well as a new video/audio “hype” segment that will get fans excited prior to kickoff.
The game environment for our fans and players during the game is among the best in the nation,” said Athletics Director Ray Tanner. “Our team thrives on the energy from our fans during the game. These updates will make the energy even higher and the experience for fans and players better.”
Fans will also enjoy outdoor soft seating in the revamped West Main Patio, which will provide relaxing moments when needed.
Also, a new digital stadium map, located on the Gamecocks app and GamecocksOnline.com, will help fans navigate key locations inside the stadium and will include menus, water locations, restrooms and first aid stations.
Pregame activities, including tailgating, will continue to be a part of game day. These include Gamecock Walk, and live music at Gamecock Village, starting approximately 4 ½ hours prior to each home game. Rally towels will be distributed around Williams-Brice Stadium for free while supplies last.
The Gamecock Gastro Pub is also back on Friday nights of home games. Fans are encouraged to visit the Meredith Family 2001 Club from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a full-service, pub bar happy hour experience inside Williams-Brice Stadium.
Here’s a look at 2023 Gamecock GameDay from the time you jump in the car, get to the tailgate, inside the stadium and back home.
GETTING TO THE GAME …
- Digital parking pass and sharing capabilities
- Mobile app
- Shuttle drop off
BEFORE YOU GET INTO WILLIAMS-BRICE …
- Gamecock Village presented by Farm Bureau Insurance
The appearance of Darude, the producer of “Sandstorm”, will make an appearance in the Village prior to the Kentucky game, as will the Nissan Heisman House. Stay tuned to your weekly gameday emails to find out specific schedules for each home game.
- Pep Band and spirit to lead Gamecock Walk
GAME DAY EXPERIENCES …
- Concession Updates
- Forever Garnet
- Ambassadors service group
- Still Cashless
- Water Monsters
Individual game and season tickets are still available and can be purchased online at gamecocksonline.com/tickets or by calling 800-4SC-FANS.