Dowdy Ficklen Stadium Seating

Seating Overview

Dowdy Ficklen Stadium is a mid-size college football stadium with most seats located in the main bowl.

All sections have lettered-row seating.

Single-lettered rows are closer to the field
Rows closer to A are at the front of the section

Southwest Sideline (Home)

Sections 1-11 make up the southwest sideline behind the ECU bench.

Located between the 20-yardlines are the chairback and premium seats. These seats are a bright purple and stand out against the adjacent bleacher sections.

Northeast Sideline (Away)

The northeast side of the field has a larger variety of seating options with three different levels.

Lower level sections are the largest sections and bring fans close to the players and game. Similar to the southwest side, the sections at midfield (16-18) feature bright purple chairbacks and provide the best experience.

Above those are 100-level seats. Seats here are also known as the club level with chairbacks and slight coverage from the level above.

The 200-level is the most exposed level of seating. Fans enter the sections from the bottom and walk up to their seats. All seats are bleacher style.

Club Level Seating

Club Level Seating - Club seating at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is located between lower-level and 200-level sections on the northeast side of the stadium. Sections are numbere...

East Carolina Sideline & Visitor Sideline

East Carolina Sideline - The East Carolina sideline is in front of Section 5, Section 6 and Section 7

Visitor Sideline - The visiting team sideline is in front of Section 16, Section 17 and Section 18

Pirate Club Chairback Seating

Pirate Club Chairback Seating - The Pirate Club Chairback sections will be found on the northeast and southwest sides of Dowdy Ficklen Stadium. All seats are on the lower level of th...

Seats with Backs

Midfield sections 4B-8A and 16-18 - along with the club seats - include chairs with backs.

Student Section

Student seating will be found in sections 20-31 and 220-221.

Shaded & Covered Seating

Less than 10% of seats at Dowdy Ficklen Stadium offer some type of shade or cover. Below is a sample of seats that are at least partially covered or shaded at different times of the day. To search for tickets or to find out if your seats are protected from the sun or rain, follow the link for the seat finder.

Seats in Section 113 are covered

Other Popular Seating Areas

200 Level Seating
The 200 Level at Dowdy Ficklen Stadium is located on the northeast side of the stadium. With only nine sections the 200 Level is one of the smallest seating locations at the stadium, and the only upper level seating. With only 31 rows of seating in each section, it will be easier to get to and from your seat, compared to other sections at Dowdy Ficklen. Sections 220 and 221 are also part of the Student Seating sections.
Lower Endzone Seating
The Lower Endzone sections are located on the southeast side of Dowdy Ficklen Stadium. These sections will be directly behind on of the endzones, so fans will have a great view of the action when it comes to this side of the field. Sections 23-31 in the Lower Endzone are reserved for student seating, so you can imagine that these sections can get pretty rowdy on gameday.
Lower Sideline Seating
The Lower Sideline sections at Dowdy Ficklen Stadium are located on the northeast and southwest side of the stadium. These are the largest sections at Dowdy Ficklen, with no section having less than 53 rows of seating. The Lower Sideline sections are between the 20-yard line and the endzone, so they are great for seeing all of the action when it goes to either endzone.