Tag: Bank of America Stadium

Report: Panthers ownership to install new CEO effective immediately

Tepper Sports & Entertainment will have a new CEO.

A familiar face will reportedly be taking on a new (and expanded) role at 800 South Mint Street.

According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, Carolina Panthers President Kristi Coleman is being named the Chief Executive Officer of Tepper Sports & Entertainment—the team’s ownership group. Coleman will now oversee the entire Tepper Sports & Entertainment portfolio—which includes the Panthers, the MLS’ Charlotte FC and Bank of America Stadium.

“Drawing on more than a decade of experience at this organization, Kristi is a proven leader with the insight and expertise to guide us through this pivotal moment in our evolution,” David Tepper, Owner/Executive Chairman of Tepper Sports & Entertainment, said, via FOX 8. “Nicole and I are happy to have her in this expanded role.”

Coleman initially joined the organization as Controller to Director of Finance in 2014. She was named team president in 2022.

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Bank of America Stadium turned to ‘Sea of Red’ for Chiefs’ win vs. Panthers

The #Chiefs were well represented at Bank of America Stadium during their Week 12 win over the Carolina #Panthers.

Kansas City Chiefs fans turned Bank of America Stadium into a ‘Sea of Red’ on Sunday afternoon during the defending Super Bowl champions’ Week 12 win over the Carolina Panthers.

While Charlotte, North Carolina is quite a long distance from Kansas City, Missouri, Chiefs fans showed up in remarkable numbers for the team’s East Coast trip and got loud enough to make the television broadcast seem like the Panthers had lost their home-field advantage.

Veteran NFL reporter Darren Smith took to Twitter to share his view of fans at Bank of America Stadium and remarked that Chiefs Kingdom had once again taken over another team’s home turf.

Take a look at the staggering amount of red in the stands::

Given how close the game ended up being, fans who made the trek to Charlotte deserve at least some of the credit for Kansas City’s narrow victory over the upstart Panthers in Week 12.

Players, fans engage in wild brawl after Copa América match at Bank of America Stadium

We might’ve just seen Copa América’s version of “Malice at the Palace” inside of Bank of America Stadium.

The home of the Carolina Panthers continues to be a hot topic this summer.

Tempers flared at Bank of America Stadium on Wednesday night—when fútbol, not football, played centerstage in Charlotte. The heat boiled over after the Copa América semifinal match between Colombia and Uruguay, as players entered the stands and physically engaged with fans.

Recordings of the brawl show members of the Uruguay club jumping into the lower bowl of seating and exchanging blows with Colombian supporters.

Uruguay captain Jose Maria Gimenez spoke directly after the incident, stating that his teammates were trying to defend their families following Colombia’s 1-0 victory.

“Let me say something before they cut you off because they won’t let us speak into the microphone, they don’t want me to say anything about what’s going on but this is a disaster,” Gimenez said on the Vivo Sports broadcast. “Please be careful, our families are in the stands, there are little newborn babies. It was a disaster; there was no police and we had to defend our families.

“This is the fault of two or three people who had a few too many drinks and don’t know how to drink.”

Per ESPN—CONMEBOL, South American football’s governing body and the organizers of the Copa, stated they are investigating the incident.

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Panthers owner David Tepper issues statement on approval of stadium renovation

We know of one guy who was probably happy on Monday night . . .

David Tepper may have been the butt of a joke or two on Monday night, but it was he who had the last laugh.

This evening, the Charlotte City Council—by a vote of seven to three—approved plans for the massive renovation of Bank of America Stadium. The Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC owner issued the following statement shortly after the passing of the proposal:

“Today’s vote by the Charlotte City Council is the culmination of many thoughtful discussions with city officials, local leaders, and our fans to create a shared vision for Bank of America Stadium. Nicole and I are grateful for the collaboration and support of the project, as well as our ongoing partnership between Tepper Sports & Entertainment and the city.”

“For nearly 30 years, Charlotte has been the home of the Carolina Panthers and, more recently, Charlotte FC. We are proud to be in the Carolinas and look forward to delivering a venue that meets the needs of our community, players, and fans for years to come.”

The city is now set to invest $650 million into the project, which is expected to begin work in 2026.

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Charlotte City Council approves Panthers’ renovation plan for Bank of America Stadium

Renovation plans for Bank of America Stadium moved forward on Monday night.

The home of the Carolina Panthers (and Charlotte FC) is set for a facelift.

On Monday night, the Charlotte City Council approved plans on a long-term agreement with Tepper Sports & Entertainment to update Bank of America Stadium. The members voted seven to three in favor of the proposal,  appropriating a fixed investment of $650 million towards stadium renovations and a new field house.

Among those in attendance for the meeting included Panthers team president Kristi Coleman, Charlotte FC team president Joe LaBue, Tepper Sports & Entertainment chief venues officer Caroline Wright and Panthers all-time leading rusher Jonathan Stewart—who spoke in support of the project.

The proposal, which was officially released three weeks ago today, noted the following about the plans:

Imagine entering the stadium through an inviting perimeter with a park-like setting and exterior video boards for watch parties and other viewing opportunities. Once inside, fans will experience the best in technology with a new state-of-the-art sound system, scoreboard, and video boards. They can enjoy exciting, unique social areas with skyline views, improved concessions with regional offerings, and an expanded Team Store to better accommodate Panthers and Charlotte FC fans. Arts and culture elements will be infused throughout the design to reflect the vibrant culture across the Carolinas.

  • Brand-new seats installed throughout the bowl.
  • Improved accessibility throughout the facility, designed and constructed in a way that allows individuals with a range of disabilities to have access without barriers.
  • Stadium safety and security enhancements, including illuminated wayfinding and improved lighting.
  • A reimagined South Lawn Pavilion area that can be used as a community gathering spot and outdoor classroom on game days and non-event days.
  • Upgraded restrooms throughout the stadium for better sustainability, accessibility and speed of service.
  • Enhancements to the stadium exterior to reaffirm its place as an iconic, beloved fixture of the Charlotte skyline.
  • A reduction of our impact on the environment and demand on city infrastructure through the modernization of the building systems, including mechanical, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

For photos of the proposed renovation, click here.

Work on the stadium is expected to begin in 2026.

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WATCH: Charlotte council member takes swipe at Panthers owner David Tepper at stadium renovation discussion

Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown on David Tepper: “The behavior of someone that’s asking us for $650 million is ridiculous.”

At least a few members of the Charlotte City Council aren’t fully in on the expensive facelift for Bank of America Stadium.

On Monday night, the council convened to openly discuss the proposed renovation plans for the home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC. Council member Tiawana Brown—who not only represents, but has lived in District 3 for her entire life—had some strong words of skepticism about handing over $650 million to Panthers owner David Tepper.

“It sounds good, don’t it?” Brown said of the projected economic growth of the project. “It sounds real good until we get Mr. Tepper angry again at [Tepper Sports & Entertainment]. And then he might throw something at city council. I’m being very, very honest. The behavior of someone that’s asking us for $650 million is ridiculous.”

Brown, of course, is referencing the incident involving Tepper in Week 17 of this past season—when he appeared to toss the contents of a cup towards fans inside EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Tepper was fined $300,000 by the NFL for those actions.

She continued, stating that the plan’s lack of transparency has given her pause.

“When you send me an email, as your servant in this seat—’cause it’s not mine. I’m sitting in this seat that’s elected for the people, by the people. If I lose this seat, it’s because the people don’t want me here anymore,” Brown added. “But I’m going to do the best that I can do, standing in my truth, trying to figure out what we can share on this deal. I don’t have enough information, I don’t feel comfortable moving forward with it at this level.”

By the completion of her piece, Brown was the third council member to oppose the project.

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WATCH: Panthers great Jonathan Stewart speaks in favor of Bank of America Stadium renovation

Jonathan Stewart spoke in front of Charlotte City Council ahead of Monday’s vote for the proposed Bank of America Stadium renovation project.

The proposed renovation project for Bank of America Stadium has a strong supporter.

On Monday night, the Charlotte City Council held their open discussion about the massive plans for the home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC. Among those who spoke in favor of the facelift included the franchise’s leading rusher Jonathan Stewart.

“The stadium renovations don’t just enhance fan and player experiences, they embody what the sport of football does for Charlotte,” stated Stewart, who played 10 seasons in the city. “I know firsthand that Panthers unite people from all walks of life, bringing them together in the spirit of sport. The fans deserve this and the community also deserves this.

“The name Queen City isn’t just a title—it represents grace, strength and vision. As stewards of this city, we must uphold these qualities—leading with integrity, pursuing excellence and seizing opportunities to elevate our city. This is an investment in our city’s future, economy and residents—as signifies our dedication to growth, progress and a relentless pursuit that defines the Queen City. Let’s embrace this as an opportunity to build a future where the Queen City shines brighter, even more so than it did in 2015.”

Council is expected to vote in favor of the proposed long-term agreement, one that calls for a fixed investment of $650 million from the city.

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Panthers, Charlotte could have discussions about new stadium by 2037

The city of Charlotte may be eyeing a new stadium for the Carolina Panthers in 2046.

The proposed renovations for Bank of America Stadium may only be a temporary fix for the Carolina Panthers.

As reported by WSOC-TV’s Joe Bruno earlier this afternoon, the city of Charlotte could be eyeing a brand-new home for the Panthers and soccer club Charlotte FC. A provision in the Charlotte City Council meeting’s agenda on Monday, when the group is expected to vote on the Bank of America Stadium renovation project, proposes that the city could start talks towards a new stadium with Tepper Sports & Entertainment by April 1, 2037.

But hold those horses. This facility is not set in stone.

Here, per Joe Person of The Athletic, is a comment on the provision from a city spokesman:

This language does not establish that there will be a new stadium in 2046 but an acknowledgement that Bank of America stadium will be 50 years old at the end of the current proposed agreement and that the two parties will need to address that. It is also a protective measure for the city that establishes the soonest the two parties would begin those discussions and creates a forecast and timeline for future city staff and ownership. A similar provision has been included in agreements with the Hornets related to the Spectrum Center renovations and is a common stipulation in stadium/arena agreements.

In short—if the city okays the fixed $650 million investment proposed by the Panthers on Monday, then a discussion about a new stadium will happen.

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Panthers HC Dave Canales has grander vision for possible stadium renovation

Panthers HC Dave Canales is envisioning a bigger picture when it comes to playing in an upgraded stadium.

Playing in an upgraded stadium seems to be an exciting prospect for Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales. But as of now, he’s focused on upgrading what could be put inside that venue.

On Monday, the organization announced their proposal for a massive renovation to their home of Bank of America Stadium. Canales, following today’s outing of organized team activities, was asked about the plans.

“As far as the stadium itself—what I try to sell to the guys is . . . it’s gonna be green, it’s gonna be 53 and a third, it could be grass, it could be our artificial turfs that we use, it could be frozen, it could be kind of, late in the season, a lighter tan color,” he replied. “So for me, it’s all about what happens in that 53 and a third right there and the guys on the sideline.

“That’s been a focus. I stole that straight from Coach [Pete] Carroll. And for our guys, for us—it just didn’t matter whether we’re home or on the road. It was what happened inside those lines.”

Canales battled inside those lines alongside Carroll for 13 seasons. That time saw him serve as the Seattle Seahawks wide receivers coach (2010 to 2017), quarterbacks coach (2018 to 2019, 2022) and passing games coordinator (2020 and 2021).

He continued.

“With that being said though, all the excitement of the new stadium—I can’t help but just get fired up about that. Saw the renderings that became public. And for me, as you get to know me, it’s like I have this huge possibilities mindset of just like picturing what it would be like to have championship-caliber team, a team that the Carolinas can be proud of, to get that football part ready.

“So as much as I get focused and excited about what’s happening, it just brings me right back to this practice today. And we got a long way to go to be able to play the kind of ball that we want, with the communication and all that. But it’s certainly an exciting time.”

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Adam Thielen: Panthers ‘probably have the worst facilities in the NFL’

WR Adam Thielen on the Panthers: “I think they’re behind a little bit as far as facilities.”

There’s at least one Carolina Panthers veteran that was probably happy to hear about yesterday’s news.

Wide receiver Adam Thielen spoke with Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer in light of the organization’s proposed renovation plans for Bank of America Stadium. And, uh, let’s just say the 11th-year pass catcher would be welcoming to some change.

“I think they’re behind a little bit as far as facilities,” Thielen told Zietlow. “We probably have the worst facilities in the NFL right now, and I don’t think there is anybody who would argue that. But at the end of the day, it doesn’t matter. You gotta go play football, and you gotta go win games.

“So it’s nice to hear that, the commitment to us as players and the coaching staff, ‘Hey, you guys are putting the work in, and we’re going to commit and provide you guys with better facilities and really give you the resources to go out there and win.’ So it’s exciting.”

The Panthers are in the process of updating their practice facilities in Charlotte, where they’re set to host training camp this summer. The team shared renderings of the proposed development at a Charlotte City Council zoning meeting a few weeks back—which included mock-ups of a field house, outdoor fields and a viewing deck for fans.

Construction on the area won’t commence until after training camp.

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