Winter Storm Enzo blankets southern college football stadiums in rare snowfall

In the past 24 hours, a rare winter storm has blanketed several college football stadiums across the southern United States, creating picturesque scenes of snow-covered fields and stands. This unusual weather event has captivated fans and showcased the versatility of these iconic venues.

Southern Stadiums Embrace Snowfall

Williams-Brice Stadium, home to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, recently experienced a rare and picturesque snowfall, transforming the stadium into a winter wonderland. On January 22, 2025, the University of South Carolina shared a photo on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing the stadium blanketed in snow, captioned, “Snow at Williams-Brice Stadium ❄️ : @GamecockLove.” 

This snowfall is a rare occurrence for Columbia, South Carolina, where Williams-Brice Stadium is located. Historically, the region experiences minimal snowfall, making such events noteworthy for both the university community and local residents.

The snow-covered stadium offers a unique and serene backdrop, highlighting the beauty of the venue during the winter season. While the Gamecocks’ football season has concluded, the stadium continues to serve as a central hub for university events and community activities.

This snowfall serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of weather and the unique moments it can create, even in regions where snow is a rare sight.

Southern stadiums, typically associated with warmer climates, have all experienced significant snowfall. Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, home to the LSU Tigers, was notably covered in snow, a sight seldom seen in the region. LSU’s social media team shared an aerial video and a photo from the field level, featuring a Tigers helmet on the snow-covered field. (The winter storm also postponed the much-anticipated women's basketball matchup between South Carolina and LSU due to travel delays.)

Similarly, Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida, the home of the Florida State Seminoles, was blanketed in snow, offering a rare and beautiful view of the stadium. This marks a significant departure from the typical warm weather associated with Florida. 

In Alabama, Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, home to the University of Alabama Crimson Tide, also experienced snowfall, adding to the list of southern stadiums transformed by the winter weather.

Social Media Reactions

The snowy scenes at these stadiums quickly became viral on social media platforms. The Instagram account @cfbkings shared a post featuring images of various college football stadiums covered in snow, captioned, "A snow day in the South ❄️.” 

Additionally, Chuck Cantor shared a photo of Doak Campbell Stadium with snow on the ground, commenting, “How bout Doak and ❄️?”