Ohio Stadium upgrades await Buckeye fans for home opener – Spectrum News

Ohio Stadium upgrades await Buckeye fans for home opener  Spectrum News

Ohio Stadium upgrades include new turf, video boards, Wi-Fi and south end zone suites as Buckeye fans return for the home opener against Ball State. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football fans will see several upgrades at Ohio Stadium when the Buckeyes start the season. The changes include brand-new two-toned turf, new video boards, new signage, upgraded fan Wi-Fi and new south end zone suites. Staff said finishing touches are underway and everything will be ready for the first game. The south end zone suites are among the biggest changes at the stadium. Nine suites located close to the field are already sold out for the season. “Everyone wants to be closer to the program.

And this is literally a way to be like on top of the action,” said Lauren Windle, senior director of premium seating. “So it’s just a totally unique experience.” The Wi-Fi upgrades are designed to make it easier for fans to stay connected during games. The new two-toned turf is also expected to stand out for fans inside the stadium. “We want our fans to keep coming back. Our football team is always good, right? And so we just want to make sure that when the fans come here, they can enjoy everything else in addition to the game,” said Mike Penner, executive associate athletic