New Ribbon Boards Lead Nippert Stadium Gameday Enhancements

by Zach Stipe

Historic Nippert Stadium will feature more than 1,000 feet of new ribbon boards this season. The LED displays will provide new revenue and sponsorship opportunities for Cincinnati Athletics and Cincy Sports Partners.

New Ribbon Boards Lead Nippert Stadium Gameday EnhancementsNew Ribbon Boards Lead Nippert Stadium Gameday Enhancements

CINCINNATI – Historic Nippert Stadium will feature more than 1,000 feet of new ribbon boards this season. The LED displays will provide new revenue and sponsorship opportunities for Cincinnati Athletics and Cincy Sports Partners.

The boards are located on the bridge at the stadium's north end, above the north end zone field suites, at field level, on the West Pavilion and across the front of Reed Shank Pavilion on the stadium's east side, fulfilling multiple needs for both fans and partners of Cincinnati. The boards will also be utilized to display out-of-town scores on gameday.

“The addition of new digital ribbon boards at Nippert Stadium represents another major step in elevating the gameday experience for our fans and partners,” Executive Senior Associate AD and Cincy Sports Partners President Ryan Holmes said. “These boards will deliver dynamic in-game content, enhance the energy inside the stadium, and create new opportunities for our corporate partners to connect with Bearcat Nation in a bold and engaging way.”

Cincinnati Athletics announced several other gameday enhancements in August, including concessions improvements, new areas for fans to enjoy pregame festivities, and so much more.

The concessions additions bring an exciting mix of affordable choices and new options for fans to enjoy at Nippert Stadium. Below is a glimpse at what’s new in 2025:

  • New 513 Stands brings affordable concession options to Nippert Stadium, with menu items priced at just $5, $1, and $3, perfect for fans looking to enjoy game day without breaking the bank. Expect to find kid-friendly favorites like fountain drinks, popcorn, candy and more.
  • Nippert Market will feature local favorites like Donatos, Skyline Chili, Rhinegeist beer, Milton’s Donuts, Bibibop and more. New for 2025, Nippert Market includes convenient grab-and-go stations with gluten-free and vegan options.
  • Located in the lower level of TUC (the former Catskellar space) and open throughout the entire game, The Rhine Room brings back the spirit of your college days with a modern twist. It’s the perfect place to relive your glory days over an ice-cold beer and a new sandwich, a nod to the classic Mr. Jim's.
  • You asked, we listened: More Skyline Chili locations are coming to UC football games!
  • Black Market Saloon, a made-to-order fresh lemonade vendor that also offers spiked versions of their famous lemonades, is new to Nippert Stadium this season.
  • A new Beer Hall on Sheakley Lawn offers fans the perfect spot to grab a drink and soak in the gameday atmosphere.
  • The Lifetime Financial Growth Commons Club, located on Bearcats Commons in front of TUC, is your new public tailgate. Enjoy free games and prizes as well as a food and drink for purchase. This area opens four hours before kickoff.