What is the capacity of Brooks Stadium?

Brooks Stadium has a seating capacity of 21,000.

Where is Brooks Stadium located?

Brooks Stadium is located in Conway, SC.

What team plays at Brooks Stadium?

Brooks Stadium is the home stadium of Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt.

What type of surface does Brooks Stadium have?

Brooks Stadium has a shaw power blade hd turf playing surface.

What stadiums are near Brooks Stadium?

The closest stadiums to Brooks Stadium are Buccaneer Field (83 mi), Johnson Hagood Stadium (88 mi), Oliver C. Dawson Stadium (107 mi), Barker–Lane Stadium (112 mi), Williams–Brice Stadium (115 mi), Wayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley Stadium (140 mi).

Who are Coastal Carolina's biggest rivals?

Coastal Carolina's rivals include Liberty.

Brooks Stadium - home of Coastal Carolina in Conway, SC

NCAA FBS

Brooks StadiumConway, South Carolina

Coastal Carolina

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Capacity

21,000

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Conference

Sun Belt

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Opened

2003

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Surface

Shaw Power Blade HD Turf

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📖About Brooks Stadium

Brooks Stadium is the home of the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers football program in Conway, South Carolina. Opened September 6, 2003, with an initial capacity of 6,408 seats, the stadium expanded to its current 21,000 seats through phases completed in 2017 and 2019. The playing surface — Benton Field — is laid with teal Shaw Power Blade HD Turf. The stadium is named for the children of donor Robert Brooks, a South Carolina native. Since 2020, it has hosted the Myrtle Beach Bowl.

🏛️Brooks Stadium History

Origins

Groundbreaking in 2002; opened September 6, 2003 with a 21-14 win over Newberry. Named for Bob Brooks' children Coby Garrett and Boni Belle after his $2M gift.

Major Renovations

2010$8.5M fieldhouse added 1,600 seats

2015Installed teal "Surf Turf" artificial surface

2018$38M expansion for Sun Belt transition; Josh Norman Fieldhouse dedication

Notable Moments

Dec 5, 2020ESPN College GameDay visited; CCU beat BYU 22-17

Nov 2021First P5 home game: 17,697 fans vs Kansas

2014Chanticleers reached #1 FCS ranking

🎟️Visiting Brooks Stadium

Best Seats

West side offers best sightlines. Teal Surf Turf creates unique visual experience.

Parking Tips

Campus lots available. Myrtle Beach is nearby for extended visits.

Game Day

The teal turf is unmistakable. Seven Big South titles won here. Friday night atmosphere is electric.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Coastal Ale House

Sports bar with happy hour specials from 4-8pm with 40% off drinks. Known for 10oz burgers.

📍 3.5 miles115 Waccamaw Medical Park Dr

💡 Great gameday spot with excellent drink specials and burgers.

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The American Tavern

Bar and American (Traditional) restaurant with lively atmosphere suitable for gameday.

📍 2.0 milesConway

💡 Popular spot for Coastal Carolina fans. Arrive early on gameday.

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🍽️Restaurants

Coppers Restaurant

$$$

Downtown Conway local tradition offering local favorites with international flair. Near shops and Conway River Walk.

📍 2.5 milesDowntown Conway

💡 Perfect for a pre-game meal in historic downtown Conway.

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Rivertown Bistro

$$$

Contemporary dining in Downtown Conway, fusing traditional American palates with creative and quality dishes.

📍 2.5 milesDowntown Conway

💡 Upscale option for a special gameday meal.

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Groucho's Deli

Known for sandwiches and inexpensive options. Popular choice near campus.

📍 1.0 milesNear CCU

💡 Quick and affordable option for a pre-game lunch.

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🏨Hotels

Hampton Inn Conway

Comfortable hotel close to Coastal Carolina campus.

📍 3.0 milesConway

💡 Good value option close to campus. Book early for gameday weekends.

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Myrtle Beach Hotels

$$$$

Numerous hotel options in nearby Myrtle Beach for extended gameday weekend visits.

📍 10 milesMyrtle Beach

💡 Stay in Myrtle Beach and make a weekend of it. Beach and gameday combined.

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🎭Attractions

Teal Surf Turf

Free

Distinctive teal artificial surface installed in 2015. One of the most unique field colors in college football.

📍 0 milesBrooks Stadium

💡 The teal turf is unmistakable and makes for great photos.

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Myrtle Beach

Free

Famous beach resort town just 10 miles away. Perfect for extending your gameday weekend.

📍 10 milesMyrtle Beach

💡 Combine gameday with a beach weekend. Myrtle Beach offers endless entertainment.

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🅿️Parking Options

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Brooks Stadium Parking Lots

$10-15

Lot📍 0.2 miles

💡 Campus parking available. Arrive early as lots fill up quickly on gameday.

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CCU Tailgate Lots

$20

Tailgate📍 0.1 miles

💡 Starting in 2025, CCU offers free basic concessions inside the stadium to ticket-holders.

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Conway Park & Ride

Free

Lot📍 2.5 miles

💡 Park in downtown Conway and take a rideshare to the stadium. Explore Conway before the game.

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Oliver C. Dawson Stadium

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Wayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley Stadium

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brooks Stadium

What is the capacity of Brooks Stadium?: Brooks Stadium has a seating capacity of 21,000.
Where is Brooks Stadium located?: Brooks Stadium is located in Conway, SC.
What team plays at Brooks Stadium?: Brooks Stadium is the home stadium of Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt.
When was Brooks Stadium built?: Brooks Stadium opened in 2003.
Where are the best seats at Brooks Stadium?: West side offers best sightlines. Teal Surf Turf creates unique visual experience.
What are the best parking tips for Brooks Stadium?: Campus lots available. Myrtle Beach is nearby for extended visits.
What type of surface does Brooks Stadium have?: Brooks Stadium has a shaw power blade hd turf playing surface.
What stadiums are near Brooks Stadium?: The closest stadiums to Brooks Stadium are Buccaneer Field (83 mi), Johnson Hagood Stadium (88 mi), Oliver C. Dawson Stadium (107 mi), Barker–Lane Stadium (112 mi), Williams–Brice Stadium (115 mi), Wayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley Stadium (140 mi).
Who are Coastal Carolina's biggest rivals?: Coastal Carolina's rivals include Liberty.

References

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