Upgrades Transform Casino Del Sol Stadium In Time for Start of UA Football Season

Naming Rights Partnership Comes Fully Into View as New Exterior and Interior Branding Join Sound, Lighting and Seating Upgrades Ahead of September 5 Season Opener

TUCSON, Ariz. (August 25, 2026) — Casino Del Sol, an enterprise of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, and the University of Arizona celebrate the next phase of their historic 20-year naming rights partnership with upgrades to Casino Del Sol Stadium.

New exterior and interior branding arrive alongside a broader set of game day upgrades, including a new sound system, upgraded stadium lighting, and expanded premium seating, all completed ahead of the Arizona Wildcats’ home opener against Northern Arizona on September 5.

Following the landmark agreement announced on November 17, 2025, valued at more than $60 million over 20 years, Arizona Athletics and Casino Del Sol have moved forward with a comprehensive signage and facility integration plan introducing the new stadium identity across the venue. As part of the agreement, Casino Del Sol holds Pillar Partner status with Arizona Athletics, including category exclusivity in casino, gaming, and resorts.

“Seeing the Casino Del Sol name come to life at the stadium is a proud, visible representation of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe’s commitment to education, opportunity, and the continued growth of Southern Arizona.” said Amanda Sampson Lomayesva, Interim CEO of Casino Del Sol.

Stadium-Wide Branding Updates Include

  • Exterior Stadium Signage: New Casino Del Sol Stadium lettering installed on exteriors and entrances of the venue.
  • Interior Facility Branding: Updated signage throughout the stadium, including concourse branding, fan-facing displays, and enhanced digital integrations.
  • Digital Assets: New Casino Del Sol Stadium branding across digital concourse boards, video boards, and other in-venue technology platforms.
  • Field Integration: Updated field-level branding elements, including transition of logo placements and other game-day visual assets.
  • Broadcast and Fan Experience Enhancements: New branding opportunities integrated into the stadium environment and national broadcast presentation.

A Season-Ready Stadium

Arizona Athletics finalized its game day enhancement plan following a fan survey and feasibility study conducted earlier in the year. The upgrades include a new state-of-the-art sound system, upgraded lighting designed to enhance the atmosphere during night games, and new premium seating options, including the “Cats Corner” tabletop section. Combined with the new stadium signage, the improvements give fans a fully refreshed Casino Del Sol Stadium experience for the season opener.

Casino Del Sol Stadium — Quick Facts

  • Naming Rights Agreement: 20-year partnership between Casino Del Sol and the University of Arizona, announced November 17, 2025
  • Deal Value: More than $60 million
  • Partnership Tier: Pillar Partner, with category exclusivity in casino, gaming, and resorts
  • 2026 Season Opener: September 5 vs. Northern Arizona, 6:30 p.m. MST
  • Season-Ready Upgrades: New exterior and interior stadium signage, new sound system, upgraded lighting, expanded premium seating