NCAA FBS

Burgess–Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium

Jacksonville State

Jacksonville, AL

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Capacity
22,500
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Conference
CUSA
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Opened
1947
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Surface
ProGrass

📖About Burgess–Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium

Burgess-Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium seats 22,500 Gamecocks fans in Jacksonville, Alabama. Opened in 1947, it witnessed Jacksonville State's rise from Division II to FCS powerhouse to FBS in 2023.

🏛️History

Origins

Opened in 1947 as Paul Snow Memorial Stadium. Has been expanded multiple times through the program's climb from Division II (national titles in 1985, 1992) to FCS (4 national championship appearances) to FBS.

Major Renovations

2004Major renovation for FCS era; renamed JSU Stadium
2018Burgess-Snow naming; new facilities
2023FBS transition upgrades; capacity improvements

Notable Moments

1985, 1992Division II national championships at home
Dec 2021Hosted FCS playoff games
Sep 2, 2023First FBS home game vs Murray State

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

West side press box seats offer best views. East side is more general admission. End zone sections added for FBS transition.

Parking Tips

Campus parking available. Jacksonville is small town—traffic minimal. Tailgating on campus green spaces.

Game Day

Gamecocks have passionate fan base from FCS success. Red and white color scheme. Marching Southerners band is well-regarded. Program is FBS newcomer—building traditions.

🔥Rivals

Stadiums Near Burgess–Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium

References

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