📖About Kidd Brewer Stadium

Kidd Brewer Stadium, nicknamed "The Rock," sits 3,333 feet above sea level in Boone, NC and was voted the top Group of Five stadium in 2023 and 2024. The 30,000-seat venue has been home to three consecutive FCS national championships.

🏛️History

Origins

Opened in 1962 as Conrad Stadium with 10,000 seats. Renamed in 1988 for Kidd Brewer, whose 1937 squad was unbeaten and unscored upon. First venue in the Carolinas to install artificial turf (1970).

Major Renovations

1970First artificial turf in the Carolinas installed
1979Hosted one of first-ever ESPN college football broadcasts
2016Expansion increased capacity to 30,000 for FBS transition

Notable Moments

Sep 1, 2007App State beat #5 Michigan 34-32—greatest FCS upset ever
Dec 1, 2018Hosted first Sun Belt Championship Game; App beat Louisiana 30-19
Sep 2022Record attendance of 40,168 vs North Carolina (63-61 loss)

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

West side grandstands offer stunning mountain views. Student section on east side creates loud atmosphere.

Parking Tips

Limited campus parking; shuttles from remote lots recommended. High Country weather can change quickly—dress in layers.

Game Day

Luke Combs (App State alumnus) has performed here. Three straight FCS titles (2005-07). Mountain atmosphere unlike any other.

🔥Rivals

Stadiums Near Kidd Brewer Stadium

References

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