South Carolina debuts stadium renovations at Williams-Brice Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

South Carolina completes the first phase of a $350 million renovation project at Williams-Brice Stadium ahead of the September 5 home opener against Kent State. Athletic director Jeremiah Donati initiated the upgrades after receiving direct fan feedback regarding restroom accessibility. The construction increases fixture capacity significantly, adding 2.5 times more units per person on the West Main Concourse and 7.5 times more per female fan on the East Ground. Additional facility updates include new air-conditioned marketplaces with self-checkout registers, a permanent nursing room, and sensory rooms designed for fans with disabilities. Future construction phases scheduled for 2027 and 2028 will continue to update stadium amenities, including the student section, while ensuring operations remain non-disruptive during the football season.
- •Williams-Brice Stadium introduces increased restroom capacity and new nursing facilities during phase one.
- •The home opener against Kent State takes place on September 5.
- •New air-conditioned marketplaces feature 39 self-checkout registers for faster service.
- •Sensory rooms provide adjustable lighting and equipment for fans needing support.
- •South Carolina transitions to mobile-only ticketing for the 2026 season.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Why women's bathrooms were such a priority in South Carolina football stadium renovation
"South Carolina football has its home opener on Sept. 5, which is the debut of the new stadium renovations from the first phase of construction.
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