Oliver C. Dawson Stadium

Oliver C. Dawson Stadium is a university sports facility featuring approximately 22,000 seats and synthetic turf for athletic events. The venue includes updated locker rooms and modern training equipment to support student athletes during practices and competitions.

The stadium opened in 1955 as a sports facility for the university and served its initial purpose for decades. A major renovation in the 1990s expanded its capacity and modernized the facilities to better meet the needs of athletes.

The stadium serves as the home of the South Carolina State Bulldogs and brings students together through regular sporting events on campus. Game days create a sense of community pride and shared tradition among those attending.

The facility is located on the university campus in Orangeburg and is accessible by car or on foot. Arriving early on game days helps with parking and finding a good viewing spot.

From 2006 to 2009, the stadium hosted the state championship games for high school football, bringing young athletes from across the region to compete. This period established it as a significant venue beyond university sports.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1955

Official opening: 1955

Capacity: 22000

GPS coordinates: 33.49860,-80.84460

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29