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UK Stadium Upgrade Boosts Fan Experience | Lexington News
UK’s Kroger Field is getting a major upgrade ahead of the 2026 season, slashing concession prices—hot dogs down to $3, canned beer to $5—and ditching cash for contactless payments with Amazon-style “Just Walk Out” tech. Fans get new food options, faster lines, and student meal plan swipes at select stands. The revamped pre-game show, fresh host, and new head coach Will Stein—all a Kentucky native—are rallying around crowd energy as key to home-field dominance. Backed by a $25M long-term stadium plan, this multi-pronged push aims to reward loyal fans and build an electric atmosphere that fuels…
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