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Address (for GPS)
The GPS address for Stambaugh Stadium is 577 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502
Alcohol
Beer can be purchased inside Stambaugh Stadium at the concessions stands. No outside alcohol may be brought into the stadium or into the tailgate lots.
Banners, Flags and Signs
Fans are not permitted to bring and display banners at Stambaugh Stadium, as they may interfere with the game and other guests' enjoyment of the game. Youngstown State University reserves the right to remove banners and signs. Poles and/or sticks are also prohibited.
Credentials / Field Passes
Members of the media and guests who have been given field sideline passes must display credentials and follow the regulations on the back of the credential at ALL times. No one under the age of 16 is allowed on the sideline without prior consent of YSU Athletics or the YSU Football Staff.
Elevators
Three elevators are located in Stambuagh Stadium. Guests who require elevator service to loges may utilize the elevators located at the North and South towers of the stadium. For main level concourse access, use the outdoor public elevator at Gate D in the Stadium's South End.
Field Access
Fans are not permitted to enter the field at any time before, during or after the game without a displayed and proper credential.
First Aid / Medical Attention
Fans requiring medical attention should contact the nearest usher or police officer.
Gates and Seating Chart
Gates open 90 minutes prior to kick-off of each game. Fans with East side tickets may enter the stadium through Gate E or Gate A. Fans with tickets in sections 4-7 are encouraged to use Gate B and fans with tickets in sections 1-4 to use Gate C. Gates B, C, D and E are handicap accessible.
- GATE A - North end zone - Enter for Sections 14-18
- GATE B - Ramp Along Fifth Avenue for Sections 4-7
- GATE C - Ramp Along Fifth Avenue for Sections 1-4
- GATE D - Public Elevator located at corner of Armed Forces Boulevard & Fifth Avenue
- GATE E - East Stands - Enter for Sections 14-18
Handicap Seating & Parking / Guests With Disabilities
Arrangements may be made prior to the game with the YSU Athletic Ticket Office to accommodate fans who require special needs. Fans with special health and medical-related problems should report to the main ticket office at the north end of Stambaugh Stadium (All medical-related bags are subject to search). Only items required for health and medical problems will be permitted through the gates. Wheelchair seating is available in both the West and East stands. Information for handicap parking can be found below in the "Parking" section.
Hospitality Tents
Hospitality Tents Home
The best way to enjoy the pregame atmosphere is by purchasing a Hospitality Tent. Tents are available for groups of any size, and parties are held in the M-72Â Hospitality Tailgate Lot.
Contact YSU Athletics Marketing at (330) 941-1978 for more information and reservations.
Lost & Found
Fans who find that they have left items at the game should contact the YSU Ticket Office at (330) 941-1978 on the next business day following the game.
Lost/Stolen Tickets
Remember that game tickets are like money and should be secured like cash. If your tickets are lost or stolen, call (330) 941-1YSU for assistance.
Merchandise
The Youngstown State Baseball Team sells YSU merchandise on game days on Armed Forces Blvd., in front of Beeghly Center and on the Stambaugh Stadium main concourse.
Parking
For more information and the most current policies, contact YSU Parking Services at (330) 941-3546 or visit the YSU Parking Services website.
Gameday parking prices for 2025Â will be $10 per vehicle in the following lots:
- M-71 Surface Lot (Ford Ave. behind M-70 Tailgate Lot)
- M-53 Lot (Corner of Fifth and Rayen Avenues)
- F-55 Surface Lot
- M-63 Surface Lot
- M-66 Surface Lot
- F-1 Surface Lot
Gameday parking prices will be $5 per vehicle in the following YSU lot:Â
Handicap parking is available in the M-60 Lot at the corner of Arlington Street and Fifth Avenue or in the M-30 Deck on Wick Avenue. The M-60 lot will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff on gamedays. The cost is $5 per vehicle. Parking Services will provide a shuttle service to assist those individuals in need. The shuttle will pickup at the M-60 lot and drop off near the south public elevator at Stambaugh Stadium.
Pets/Service Animals
No pets/animals are permitted inside Stambaugh Stadium (with the exception of service animals).
Phone Number
The phone number for the Youngstown State Athletics Ticket Office is (330) 941-1978.
Prohibited Behavior
- Disruptive behavior or abuse directed toward fans, student-athletes, coaches or officials will not be tolerated and will result in immediate ejection from the stadium.
- Fans are asked to refrain from throwing objects onto the field or in the stands.
- Sitting on stadium walls is not permitted.
Prohibited Items
- Alcoholic beverages that have not been purchased inside the stadium
- Artificial noisemakers are prohibited from being used per NCAA and Missouri Valley Football Conference rules
- Backpacks, bags, coolers, fanny packs or containers of any size
- Bottles, cans and flasks
- Purses larger than 10 inches by 7 inches
- Umbrellas
- Televisions
- Video cameras
- Weapons of any kind (including off-duty police weapons, pipes, knives or chains)
Readmission
There is no readmission into Stambaugh Stadium.
Restrooms
Restroom facilities are located on the main concourse level of the stadium on both the West and East stands. In the loge facility, restrooms are located at the South end of both levels.
Seating Chart
For a Stambaugh Stadium seating chart, go to the Football Tickets pageÂ
Security
All persons, including fans, are subject to search. Any fan with an item or bag which does not pass security standards will be asked to take the item back to his or her vehicle or dispose of the item.
Smoking
There is no smoking, including electronic cigarettes, allowed in the seating areas of Stambaugh Stadium. Designated smoking areas include: end of the North ramp on the main concourse level, end of North patio for loge occupants and near the stairway railings on the East side of the stadium.
Tailgating
Tailgating Locations
- M-70 Lot -Â located off Fifth Avenue directly across from Stambaugh Stadium. The M-70 lot is sponsored by Gault Heating & Cooling.
- M-81 Lot - located off of the Eastbound Service Road directly behind the east side stands and only steps away from the stadium. The M-81 lot is sponsored by Youngstown Tile Retail Design Center.
- M-72 Lot - located in front of the YSU Indoor Tennis Center and across from the Covelli Sports Complex. The M-72 is the primary corporate hospitality tailgate lot for businesses, groups and organizational outings.
Tailgate Prices: Season tailgate passes are available in the M-70 and M-81 lots for $200 each. Individual game tailgate passes are $40 each with the purchase of two tickets for games on Aug. 28, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Oct. 25, Nov. 8 and Nov. 15.
Tailgating Schedule
- Aug. 28 vs. Mercyhurst – lots open at 2 p.m.
- Sept. 6 vs. Robert Morris – lots open at 8 a.m.
- Oct. 4 vs. South Dakota State – lots open at noon
- Oct. 25 vs. Murray State – lots open at 8 a.m.
- Nov. 8 vs. Southern Illinois – lots open at 8 a.m.
- Nov. 15 vs. Indiana State – lots open at 8 a.m.
Tailgate lots will reopen following the conclusion of each game and remain open for 90 minutes.
Tailgating Information
Each tailgate permit is good for one parking spot. RVs and larger tailgating vehicles must contact the YSU Athletic Ticket Office to receive clearance prior to the game. All fans must purchase a minimum of two season tickets for each season tailgate pass. Individual tailgate passes for each lot will be sold based on availability. Contact the ticket office for details on individual game tailgate passes at (330) 941-1978.
Tickets
Athletic Ticket Office
The Youngstown State Athletic Ticket Office, located at the North end of the stadium between Gates A and B, is open from 9 a.m. until 90 minutes prior to kickoff on game days. Regular hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For ticket policies and information on tickets for faculty, staff and students, go to the Football Tickets page.
Unauthorized Ticket Sales
The sale or resale of tickets on YSU property is strictly prohibited and subject to prosecution.
Wi-Fi Access
Fans can access wireless internet throughout the Stambaugh Stadium seating area via YSU Guest Wi-Fi. Please follow the settings on your mobile device.
Window World Will Call
The Youngstown State Window World Will Call is located near Gate B along Fifth Avenue. A photo ID is required by each person redeeming a ticket at Will Call due to NCAA Compliance rules. Media and select Will Call is also available on the East Stands.
