Akron Zips' innovative promo drives record suite and ticket sales
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The University of Akron's athletics promotion allows a winner to script the opening drive for the football game against Robert Morris on September 12 at InfoCision Stadium. This initiative has resulted in the first-ever complete sellout of stadium suites since its opening in 2009. Following the announcement on August 4, ticket sales surged significantly, leading to the largest ticket sales day in Akron athletics history. Athletic officials will further promote the program on ESPN’s 'The Pat McAfee Show' today.
- •Promotion allows a fan to script the opening drive.
- •All 17 stadium suites sold out for the first time.
- •General admission season tickets cost $75.
- •Largest ticket sales day in history occurred on August 5.
- •Officials will promote on 'The Pat McAfee Show' today.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Akron Zips offensive coordinator promo leads to record sales for school
"The University of Akron has sold out suites in InfoCision Stadium and has momentum in season ticket sales due to a promo.
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