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UNC Bears Athletics Seeks Lights for Nottingham Field
The $1.6 million project aims to upgrade the 8,533-seat stadium in time for the upcoming football season.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The University of Northern Colorado athletic department has announced plans to install lights at the Nottingham Stadium in Greeley, Colorado. The $1.6 million project would upgrade the 8,533-seat facility in time for the start of the Bears' football team season this fall.
Why it matters
The addition of lights at Nottingham Field would allow the UNC Bears to host more evening games and events, potentially boosting attendance and revenue for the university's athletic programs. It also signals the school's commitment to enhancing the fan experience and competitiveness of its sports teams.
The details
The proposed lighting project at Nottingham Stadium would be fully funded by the UNC athletic department. Leaders from both the university and local government feel confident in the school's ability to secure the necessary funds to complete the upgrades before the upcoming football season.
- The $1.6 million lighting project is planned for completion before the start of the 2026 UNC Bears football season.
The players
University of Northern Colorado
A public university located in Greeley, Colorado that fields 19 varsity sports teams known as the Bears.
Nottingham Stadium
An 8,533-seat stadium in Greeley, Colorado that serves as the home venue for the UNC Bears football team.
What’s next
The UNC athletic department plans to finalize funding and begin construction on the Nottingham Stadium lighting project in the coming months to ensure completion before the start of the 2026 football season.
The takeaway
The proposed lighting upgrades at Nottingham Stadium demonstrate UNC's commitment to enhancing the fan experience and competitiveness of its athletic programs, which could lead to increased attendance, revenue, and visibility for the Bears sports teams.
