LSU announces slew of upgrades to celebrate Tiger Stadium’s 100th anniversary

LSU’s Tiger Stadium is one of college football’s most iconic cathedrals.

Since 1924, it has housed the flagship program in the state of Louisiana, expanding from its humble beginnings with an opening capacity of 12,000 to its current size of 102,321. And now, as we prepare to celebrate its 100th anniversary, LSU has announced several upgrades that should enhance the gameday experience considerably.

As part of its “It Never Gets Old” celebration, the school will add new video boards in the north end zone and corners of the south end zone. The north end zone board will more than double the size of the previous board and will be flanked by two new 19 x 37 feet speaker towers.

Further, 11 new LED ribbon boards have been added with LED lights also installed in the Chute and field tunnels. The full 100-year celebration will take place during LSU’s home game against Ole Miss on Oct. 12.

LSU is also starting the “Give 100” fundraising campaign, which will net fans unique, commemorative items depending on the size of their donation. Here are the tiers, according to an LSU release.

Starting July 11, 2024, all contributions in support of Bayou Traditions through the Give 100 campaign will receive 4 priority points per $1,000 contributed. These points will count toward your lifetime and philanthropic point totals.

For a $100 gift, fans will receive an exclusive 11” x 14” 100 Years of Tiger Stadium print by renowned artist Becky Fos.

With a $250 gift, fans will receive the exclusive Tiger Stadium Becky Fos print along with a commemorative ticket and lapel pin – displaying the Ole Miss game on October 12 – in a decorative display ticket box.

A $500 gift includes the exclusive Brian Kelly-signed Tiger Stadium Becky Fos print (while supplies last), along with the commemorative ticket, lapel pin, and display box.

Tiger Stadium is widely considered one of the best (if not the best) stadiums in college football. As it enters its second century, that gameday experience is only going to get better.

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