What is the capacity of Gibbs Stadium?

Gibbs Stadium has a seating capacity of 13,000.

Where is Gibbs Stadium located?

Gibbs Stadium is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

What team plays at Gibbs Stadium?

Gibbs Stadium is the home stadium of Wofford Terriers in the Southern.

What stadiums are near Gibbs Stadium?

The closest stadiums to Gibbs Stadium are Ernest W. Spangler Stadium (24 mi), Paladin Stadium (29 mi), Bailey Memorial Stadium (35 mi), Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium (55 mi), Bank of America Stadium (64 mi), McColl–Richardson Field at Jerry Richardson Stadium (72 mi).

Gibbs Stadium - home of Wofford Terriers in Spartanburg, South Carolina

NCAA FCS

Gibbs StadiumSpartanburg, South Carolina

Wofford Terriers

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Capacity

13,000

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Conference

Southern

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Opened

1996

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Surface

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📖About Gibbs Stadium

Gibbs Stadium opened in 1996 as Wofford moved from Division II to Division I-AA, replacing historic Snyder Field. The 13,000-seat facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina was named for the Gibbs family after their $1 million donation. Since opening, Wofford has won seven Southern Conference championships and hosted the NFL's Carolina Panthers training camp for 28 seasons (1995-2023, excluding 2020), making it one of the FCS's most recognized venues.

🏛️History

Origins

Built in 1996 to coincide with Wofford's transition from Division II to Division I-AA and joining the Southern Conference. The Terriers needed a larger, modern facility to meet Division I standards and replace Snyder Field, which had served since the early 1900s.

Notable Moments

1889Wofford's first football team fielded - played first intercollegiate game in South Carolina vs Furman

1996Stadium opened as Wofford joined Division I-AA Southern Conference

1995-2023Carolina Panthers held training camp at Gibbs Stadium for 28 seasons (excluding 2020); partnership has since ended

Since 1996Wofford has won 7 Southern Conference Championships and made 10 FCS Playoff appearances

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The home (west) side offers the best overall views and facilities. Visitor sections on the east side still provide good sightlines in this compact stadium. Upper rows provide views of the Spartanburg skyline.

Parking Tips

Campus lots accessible from North Church Street. Spartanburg's central location makes parking easier than more remote schools. Arrive 2-3 hours early for conference games.

Game Day

The NFL's Carolina Panthers held summer training camp at Gibbs Stadium for 28 seasons (1995-2023), creating a unique pro-college connection. Wofford and Furman played the first intercollegiate football game in South Carolina history in 1889. The stadium also hosts the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. Downtown Spartanburg offers diverse dining within minutes of campus.