Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium has been the home of Pirate football since 1963 and seats roughly 50,000 fans who create one of the most underrated atmospheres in all of college football.
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Size & Scale
Nestled on the ECU campus in Greenville, the stadium has undergone multiple renovations that added luxury suites, a massive video board, and the iconic Pirate Club facilities.
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Getting In
The open-air bowl design funnels noise directly onto the field, making it a nightmare for opposing offenses.
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What to Expect
Visiting fans will immediately notice that this is a program that punches well above its weight in passion and intensity — the Pirates take their football seriously.
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PRO TIP
Enter through the north gates early to grab a photo with the massive Pirate skull logo at midfield before crowds fill in.