JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (July 31, 2025) — East Tennessee State University Athletics has announced the launch of its new Businesses Back the Bucs program: three-tiered packages designed to deepen community involvement and provide an opportunity to support Buccaneer student-athletes.
The Businesses Back the Bucs packages, which include White, Navy, and Gold options, offer fans the opportunity to show their support across multiple ETSU sports with bundled season tickets, exclusive recognition opportunities, and added perks.
"Our goal with Businesses Back the Bucs is to strengthen ties with local businesses and organizations," said ETSU Athletic Director
Dr. Richard Sander. "This program helps us build lasting relationships and reminds everyone that ETSU's success is a shared community achievement."
Each tier provides a different level of benefits:
- White Package ($500, 1-year commitment): Includes two season tickets and one parking pass to football or basketball (men's and women's), one flex pass for volleyball or baseball, and recognition at a football and men's basketball game via public address and video board displays. Eligible seating is in the bronze level for football, upper baseline for men's basketball, and general admission for women's basketball.
- Navy Package ($1,500, 2-year commitment): Offers four season tickets and one parking pass for football, men's and women's basketball, and four flex passes (two each for volleyball and baseball). Organizations receive in-game recognition on the PA, video board, and LED scorer's table at a football and men's basketball game, while eligible for the same seating as the White Package.
- Gold Package ($2,500, 2-year commitment): The most comprehensive package includes the same ticket allotments as the Navy tier, plus recognition at five sports (football, men's and women's basketball, baseball, and volleyball) through PA, video board, and LED table displays. Seating upgrades are included, placing organizations in the silver level for football, the bronze level for men's basketball, and general admission for women's basketball.
All participating organizations will receive an official 7-½ inch Backing the Bucs sticker that can be displayed in the front window of their location.
"This is a direct and visible way for individuals, families, and businesses to support our programs while being part of something special on game days," Sander added.
Packages are available now. For more information or to purchase a Businesses Backs the Bucs package, please contact John Moore at
moorej15@etsu.edu or contact the ETSU ticket office at (423) 439-3878.
**Disclaimer: The Businesses Back the Bucs Program is not an official sponsorship between an organization and ETSU or ETSU Athletics