ETTRICK, Va. – Virginia State University Athletics is opening the gates of Rogers Stadium to local high school students this fall, offering complimentary admission to three select Trojan football home games.
The initiative will welcome students from
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Petersburg City Public Schools, Colonial Heights Public Schools, Dinwiddie County Public Schools and Hopewell City Public Schools to experience the excitement of college athletics while providing an opportunity to visit Virginia State University and engage with the campus community.
Eligible students will receive complimentary admission to the following games:
- Thursday, Aug. 27 | 6 p.m. – VSU vs. Barton
- Saturday, Sept. 5 | 1 p.m. – VSU vs. Bowie State
- Sunday, Sept. 27 | 1 p.m. – VSU vs. Winston-Salem State
Students must present a
valid school-issued student ID and enter Rogers Stadium through
Gate 1.
"We want young people in our surrounding communities to experience Virginia State University and see themselves here," said
Tiffani-Dawn B. Sykes, Assistant Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics. "Athletics gives us a unique opportunity to bring people to our campus, build stronger connections with our community and increase the visibility of everything VSU has to offer. We hope these students come for the football game, enjoy the experience and leave wanting to learn more about Virginia State."
The initiative supports
GREATER by Design, Virginia State University's 2025-2028 Strategic Plan, and its priority to expand the visibility and impact of the University's distinct value and brand. By welcoming students from neighboring school divisions to campus, VSU Athletics continues to use intercollegiate athletics as a platform to strengthen community relationships and introduce prospective students to the University.
Complimentary admission applies only to eligible high school students for the three designated games. A school-issued student ID is required for entry.
