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Big Red
Big Red is one of the most famous and unique mascots in all of college athletics.
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1968Opened
22,000Capacity
Open AirRoof
FieldTurfSurface
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The basics
About Houchens Industries–L. T. Smith Stadium
Hilltoppers football stadium in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
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- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NCAAF
- Location
- Bowling Green
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Special EventsIconic
Red Towel Wave
Fans wave red towels during key defensive moments and after touchdowns.
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Architecture
Big Red Photo Spot
Designated photo location with Big Red on the Hilltopper gameday path.
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Architecture
Campus Hill Views
The location provides scenic views of Bowling Green.
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Red Towel Tradition Areas
The stadium celebrates WKU's famous fan tradition.
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History
Bailey Zappe
Celebrates the record-setting quarterback.
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Jack Harbaugh
Honors the coach who built WKU football.
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History
Tyson Helton
Celebrates modern WKU success.
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History
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Retired Numbers
Honors Western Kentucky football legends.
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History
WKU Football Timeline
Showcases program history.
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Experience
Red Towel
The famous WKU fan tradition where supporters wave red towels.
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Experience
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes access.
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Rituals
Big Red Marching Band
WKU’s Big Red Marching Band performs pregame and halftime on the Hill.
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Statue
Big Red Statue
Sculpture of Big Red, WKU’s beloved furry mascot — the Hilltopper photo stop at L.T. Smith Stadium.
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Displays
Boca Raton Bowl
Exhibit marking Western Kentucky’s 2015 Boca Raton Bowl championship.
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Rituals
Hilltopper Walk
Players walk through red-towel-waving fans before entering L.T. Smith Stadium.
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Historic Marker
Legacy Plaza
Plaza celebrating WKU football history and Hilltopper milestones.
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Ring of Honor
Stadium ring honoring Hilltopper football’s all-time greats.
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WKU Athletics Hall of Fame
Honors Hilltopper legends, coaches, and contributors across Western Kentucky athletics.
Through the years
History
Home teams
- PresentWestern Kentucky HilltoppersNCAAF
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