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Washington State shifts football sidelines for enhanced home-field advantage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:11 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Washington State shifts football sidelines for enhanced home-field advantage

Summary

Washington State University announced the relocation of its football team's home sideline to the south side of the stadium, directly in front of the student section. This change aims to bolster home-field advantage by energizing the atmosphere. Visiting teams will use the north sideline starting this season. The reassignment is part of broader enhancements at Gesa Field, which include new turf and updated facilities. Athletic director Jon Haarlow emphasized the importance of the student body in creating a lively environment. Season ticket holders can adjust their seating based on the new layout, with a deadline approaching before the home opener on September 19 against Duquesne.

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By the Numbers

•WSU moves home sideline to south side of the stadium
•Visiting teams will be in front of the student section
•New turf and other enhancements underway for the season
•Haarlow encourages fans to adjust season tickets by phone
•Home opener scheduled for September 19 against Duquesne

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1:11 PMYahoo Sports — COUGAR NOTES: Washington State reassigns football sidelines, puts visitors directly in front of student section

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Jul. 24—COUGAR NOTES The Washington State football team is moving its home sideline from the north side of the stadium to the south side, beneath the press box and adjacent to the team's locker room, while visiting teams will use the south sideline, directly in front of the student section, the school announced this week. That's no accident. "This is about creating the best home-field ...
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