USD students will have improved seating options in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center starting in the 2024-25 academic year. Sections 104 and 105, previously reserved for traditional bleacher seats, will now be exclusively reserved for students. This change aims to provide students with better views and more comfortable seating based on their feedback.
President of Coyote Crazies, Elizabeth Wiggins, expressed excitement about the new student section, emphasizing the positive impact it will have on the game day experience. She believes that this will allow students to come together not only with each other but also with the community.
Sam Anderson, USD student and Vice President of Campus Activities Board, highlighted the importance of the new location in providing students from diverse backgrounds a better view of the game and overall Coyote athletics. He also mentioned that this change will create new opportunities for students to engage with the game in different ways.
Athletic Director Jon Schemmel stressed the significance of student engagement and the priority given to student feedback in improving seating options. The goal is to enhance the campus experience and game day atmosphere by providing a more interactive experience for students at sports events. Moving forward, the student section will operate on a first-come, first-serve basis in designated sections 102, 103, 104