Weber State Wildcats
Overview
Stadium: Stewart Stadium
League: NCAA Division I FCS
Head Coach: Mickey Mental
Team Mascot: Waldo the Wildcat
Year Opened: 1996
Capacity: 17312
City / State: Ogden, Utah
Rivalries & Top Games to Attend
Beehive Bowl
Rival Team: Southern Utah Thunderbirds
The Beehive Bowl between Weber State and Southern Utah is the Wildcats’ biggest game of the year. The rivalry dates back to 1984 and in 2011 became a yearly rivalry with the Thunderbirds move to the Big Sky Conference. The Wildcats lead the all-time series 16-7 and you won’t want to miss the next Beehive Bowl, so make sure to be in attendance when Weber State takes on Southern Utah.
Weber State Wildcats Tailgate Guide
Atmosphere
Tailgating may not be a big part of attending a game at Weber State, but you’ll still have plenty of fun enjoying the pregame atmosphere. The band and cheer team show before the game is an excellent way to get in the game day spirit and is one of the best parts of the pregame festivities. Fans taking kids to the game will also enjoy the opportunity to let their kids enjoy some inflatables slides and other activities before the game.
If you’re looking to enjoy some traditional tailgating, then set up a small grill in the parking lot and enjoy grilling out with your friends. While tailgating isn’t a big deal at Weber State football games, the rules regarding tailgating here aren’t super strict either.
You’ll have an enjoyable time tailgating before a Weber State game, so get here a bit early and enjoy the pre-game festivities surrounding the game.
Traditions
Band and Cheer Performance
Don’t miss the band and cheer squad’s performance outside the stadium before the game. The show is a can’t miss part of the Weber State pre-game experience, so make sure to check it out.
Inflatables
Those of you who are bringing the kids to the game will want to check out the inflatables at the Weber State tailgate. The inflatables are an excellent way for kids to work off their excess energy before the game as well as a fun part of the pregame festivities.
Where to tailgate
Stadium Lot
If you want to tailgate, then set up shop after you park at the stadium. Tailgating isn’t big at Weber State although there doesn’t seem to be a lot of strict rules regarding tailgating either.
Weber State Wildcats Stadium Guide
In Game
The Weber State Wildcats made the playoffs last year sparking a lot of buzz surrounding the team. Fans from all over the Ogden area come out to cheer on the Wildcats on game day creating a festive environment inside Stewart Stadium.
The fans aren’t the only ones who help make a trip to Ogden a memorable experience. Weber State games also feature lots of pageantry and traditions. The Weber State Wildcat Band puts on a fantastic show, and the mascot and cheer squad are great as well. You’ll also enjoy the ringing of the Victory Bell after every Wildcats score, which helps work the crowd into a frenzy.
A Weber State Wildcats game is a fun experience for any FCS football fan putting a trip to Stewart Stadium on the list of things to do for football fans in the Ogden area.
Things to check out
Victory Bell
Listen for the ring of the Victory Bell following every Wildcats score. The Victory Bell has long been a part of Wildcats sporting events having debuted in 1939.
Weber State Wildcat Band
The Weber State Wildcat Band brings the noise at Weber State football games. The band puts on a fantastic show you won’t want to miss, so take your seat early and stay in your seat at halftime to see both the pregame and halftime shows.
Waldo the Wildcat
Waldo the Wildcat is a big part of any Weber State football game, so be on the lookout for this beloved mascot during your trip to Ogden. Waldo gets into all kinds of shenanigans during the game making him a must-see no matter what your age.
Cheerleaders
The Weber State cheerleaders put on an impressive show and do a superb job of keeping the crowd in the game. No matter what the score, you’ll be impressed by the performance of the Weber State cheerleaders making them a can’t miss part of any Wildcats football game.