CONWAY, S.C. — After two straight weeks on the road, Coastal Carolina football returns to Brooks Stadium this Saturday for its regular-season finale. The Chanticleers will host the James Madison Dukes in a Sun Belt East showdown.
Whether you've been part of the electric crowds at our first five home games or you're joining us for the first time this season, get ready for another unforgettable day in Teal Nation. With upgraded fan zones, complimentary concessions, premium seating options, and bold new visual elements, gameday at Brooks Stadium is truly on another level.
Here's everything you need to "Know Before You Go" for this week's showdown:
Game Day Timeline
• Parking Lots Open – 9:45 AM
• Teal Town Opens – 12:45 PM
• Chant Walk (new location – Chauncey Statue) – 1:45 PM
• Gates Open – 2:15 PM
• Kick-off vs. James Madison – 3:45 PM
BE EARLY. BE LOUD!
We're encouraging all fans to arrive early for this nationally televised game on ESPNU. We don't want anyone to miss out on a minute of action!
THANK YOU SENIORS
Ahead of Saturday's game, 26 seniors are expected to be honored as part of Senior Day. The group includes
Shane Bruce,
Malick Meiga,
Lionell Whitaker,
Xamarion Gordon,
MJ Morris,
Jameson Tucker,
Samari Collier,
Dre Pinckney, Jeff Ugochuckwu,
Darrion Henry-Young,
Cameron Wright,
Jalen John,
Jacob Robinson,
Emile Sebafundi,
Dontae Lunan,
Noah Arinze,
Jayden Jackson,
Heston Edwards,
Zac Elam,
Thomas Johnson,
Nick Del Grande,
Anthony Walton,
Cane Berrong,
Aamarii Notice,
Travis Nesbitt, and
Sawyer Goram-Welch.
CHANTS GIVING
The fifth annual Coastal Carolina University Athletics Chants Giving, a 24-hour day of giving, will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025.
This annual celebration invites alumni, fans, parents, faculty, staff, and the entire Teal Nation to rally together in support of every Chanticleer athletic program. Contributions will directly fund scholarships, facilities, student-athlete development, and sport-specific initiatives.
CCU Athletics has set its most ambitious goal yet — raising $500,000 to further empower Chanticleer student-athletes and strengthen all 19 Division I programs. To learn more
CLICK HERE.
KICKING OFF CHANTS GIVING
To launch this year's campaign, Coastal Athletics will host a special kickoff event on Monday, Dec. 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the CCU Indoor Practice Facility.
Guests will have the opportunity to meet student-athletes and coaches, take photos, enjoy games, and celebrate the impact of donor support across Teal Nation.
SC250 COMES TO BROOKS STADIUM
Coastal Carolina Athletics will welcome SC250 on Saturday, featuring a special performance at halftime. The South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission—commonly referred to as SC250—is a statewide organization leading South Carolina's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The commission supports counties, historical groups, and communities in planning events, educational programs, preservation projects, and heritage tourism initiatives that highlight South Carolina's significant role in the Revolutionary War.
ALL OF THE LIGHTS
Coastal Carolina's new lights are part of an upgraded lighting system at Brooks Stadium that debuted for the 2025 season, creating a more dynamic and immersive fan experience. The system features enhanced stadium lighting that complements the new-look teal turf and black end zones unveiled at the 2025 home opener, along with other exciting additions like fire towers and upgraded fan zones.
DON'T FORGET YOUR RALLY TOWEL!
As with every Coastal Carolina home football game, the first 10,000 fans will receive a RALLY TOWEL, courtesy of our friends at the City of Conway.
ELEVATORS CHANGE
On the press box side of the stadium (East), the northeast elevator (elevator on the right if facing the stadium) will now be limited to second floor access only, while the southeast (left) elevator will service the third and fourth floors. Access to the third and fourth floors will require proper credentials, to be verified by EPI staff at the elevator.
DIGITAL TICKETS ONLY
We're bringing a whole new level of convenience straight to your phone. Beginning with the 2025 season — including this week's game — Coastal Carolina Athletics is going fully digital for all ticketing, making game days faster, safer, and smarter for every fan.
No more paper tickets. No more waiting in long lines. With the Chanticleer Mobile App, your phone becomes your all-access pass to Brooks Stadium and every Coastal Carolina Athletics event. Whether you're a season ticket holder, purchasing a single-game ticket, a student, or redeeming a special promo, your phone is now your all-access pass to every Coastal Carolina Athletics event.
Preferred gate entrances:
• Gate 1 or 2: Students
• Gate 2: Sections 105-108 and 209
• Gate 3: Sections 203-208
• Gate 4: Sections 100-104 and 200-204
• Gate 6 or 7: Sections 120-128 and 300-307
FREE CONCESSIONS FOR ALL
Yes, you read that right. As our way of saying thank you to the best fans in college football, everyone gets complimentary access to specific food and beverage items inside Brooks Stadium at designated free concession stand locations. (See above for linked concessions map.)
There is no limit to the number of in-game visits. However, fans must present their free concession voucher or show the voucher icon available through the Coastal Carolina Athletics App. Patrons visiting the designated free concession stands will be able to acquire four items per concession stand visit from a selection of hot dogs, nachos, popcorn and fountain drinks.
Specialty items, food from outside vendors and alcoholic beverages will remain available for fans to purchase.
CHANT WALK REIMAGINED
The team's grand entrance has been reimagined to allow for more fans to see the Chants up close and personal. The Chant Walk now begins at the Chauncey statue in front of the TD Bank Sports Complex, which will bring more fans to one location to provide more noise and spirit for the Chanticleers as they make their walk into the stadium. This more condensed location is sure to provide plenty of excitement for all fans, players and coaches.
Be part of the energy and the wave of teal support at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday!
NEW SURF TURF SPOTLIGHT
Brooks Stadium is shining brighter than ever with the debut of a new-look iconic teal turf, now featuring sleek black end zones for the first time. The bold new design amplifies the home field advantage and delivers an eye-catching backdrop for every touchdown, tackle, and triumph.
MORE FIREWORKS = MORE FUN
Expect even more fireworks all season long, with expanded pyrotechnics displays lighting up the sky from start to finish.
PREMIUM FIELD-LEVEL EXPERIENCES
Our newest premium seating experience at Brooks Stadium – the Sun Cruiser South End Zone Cabanas and the South Atlantic Bank Party Zone – offers unmatched views, all-inclusive service, and a one-of-a-kind gameday atmosphere.
Both the Sun Cruiser Cabanas and the South Atlantic Bank Party Zone feature premium parking, all-inclusive food and beverage, and a fully serviced, relaxed environment just steps from the action on the field.
STAY READY
Download the Chanticleer Mobile App for:
• Free concessions voucher
• Real-time updates
• Interactive stadium maps & more
TEAL TOWN
Located by Gate 1, Teal Town returns with even more excitement this season. It's the ultimate pregame party — and it's free and open to everyone.
SACKS = HELPING THE COMMUNITY
Food Lion has agreed to donate 1,000 meals to a local organization for every sack of the opposing team's quarterback by CCU in every regular season game, home and away! Heading into James Madison week, we're already up to 17,000 meals! We'll make sure to update you following every Coastal home game!
ALCOHOL UPDATE AT CONCESSIONS
There will be a maximum of two alcoholic drinks per person, per transaction. In addition, a valid horizontal ID is required, as vertical IDs are no longer accepted under the new South Carolina code for alcohol sales at college and university stadiums.
