The Gulfport School District is proud to welcome Admiral fans, visiting guests, and the entire Gulfport community to the inaugural football game at Jim Rose Field in Admiral Stadium, located on the Gulfport High School campus.
To kick off this historic occasion, the district will host an official ribbon-cutting ceremony in partnership with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce — Gulfport Division at 5:45 p.m. at the stadium entrance, before gates open at 6:00 p.m.
Stadium Entrance
Visitor Stands
Home Stands
Reserved Parking
Tailgate Area
To ensure a smooth, safe, and enjoyable experience for all attendees during this historic home opener, the Athletic Department has released important game day information and fan access guidelines:
Traffic & Parking Information
Victory Street Road Closure: Victory Street from Oak Street to Loposser Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic for every home game from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. But residents will still be able to get to their homes.
Campus Parking: Perimeter parking is available across the Gulfport High School campus, including the main student parking lot on the north side of Victory Street. Reserved parking will be on the east side of the stadium off of Loposser Avenue.
Hardy Court Parking & Shuttle: Overflow parking is available at Hardy Court Plaza west of Courthouse Road. A complimentary shuttle bus will run continuously from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to transport fans to and from the stadium.
Ticket Sales & Entry Policies
General Admission: $10 per ticket.
Payment Methods: Cash will be accepted at the gate, alongside credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
Digital Tickets: Fans are encouraged to purchase advance tickets online via GoFan.
Special Admissions: Senior citizens (ages 65+) receive complimentary admission. State Pass holders must present a valid State Pass ID at the gate for verification.
Re-Entry Policy: Re-entry is strictly prohibited. Any fan who exits the stadium perimeter will be required to purchase a new ticket to re-enter.
Stadium Gates & Safety Protocols
Gate Opening: Gates open one hour prior to kickoff.
Entrance Location: The main spectator gate is located on Victory Street.
Safety & Security: A weapons detection system will be in place at all entrances. All fans and bags are subject to search before entry to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
Sideline access is strictly limited to essential game personnel. Working media members requiring field or press box access must submit a request prior to game day using the district's online Media Application.
Fans unable to attend the game in person can catch live streaming coverage online at gulfportadmirals.live.
"We are thrilled to officially open our new on-campus home stadium to the Gulfport community," said Athletic Director Ricky Smith. "We look forward to celebrating this historic occasion and ask all fans to review our parking and shuttle options to help ensure a great experience for everyone."
For complete athletics schedules, ticket links, and updates, visit gulfportadmirals.com.
Contact:
Gulfport Athletic Department
Phone: (228) 896-9411
Website: gulfportadmirals.com