Record-breaking student interest in the Saturday football game between the University of South Florida and University of Miami has led to the upper deck of Raymond James Stadium opening up. USF officials hope this demand foreshadows the future of the program — a future that depends on student support.

TAMPA, Fla. — The University of South Florida shared a new rendering of the on-campus stadium that shows the student section. The university said that all seats on the west side of the stadium will be for students only and the area will have a dedicated entrance, restrooms, and concessions.

When USF's on-campus stadium opens in 2027, the west side will exclusively seat students, and in lieu of their big game coming up against the Miami Hurricanes, the school released a new rendering.

The latest rendering also shows a field-level section on the stadium’s north side that will accommodate the school’s marching band. The south side — designated as the home side — will feature seats for season ticket holders and provide shade from the press box tower during day games.