Bridgeforth Stadium and Zane Showker Field

The stadium features a two-tiered complex with a 24,877 seat capacity, including 16 luxury suites and a 1,000-seat club level area.

Opening in 1975 with 5,200 seats, the stadium underwent major renovations in 2011, expanding its capacity and adding modern amenities at a cost of 62 million dollars.

Students and supporters gather at the stadium to watch James Madison University Dukes football games and participate in university athletic traditions.

The stadium contains multiple concession areas, restrooms, a fan store, and a Daktronics video scoreboard measuring 24 by 60 feet for game updates.

The stadium broke its attendance record with 26,239 spectators during a game against Old Dominion on October 28, 2023.

Location: Virginia

Inception: September 20, 1975

Architects: HKS, Inc.

Official opening: September 20, 1975

Capacity: 24877

GPS coordinates: 38.43530,-78.87310

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:06