When the Buccaneers took the field at Raymond James Stadium in 1998, Tampa Bay’s football fans enjoyed watching the game in a modern stadium that was soon to be recognized as one of the best facilities in the NFL. The facility, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, University of South Florida Bulls and the New Year’s Day Outback Bowl, incorporates groundbreaking innovations and modern stadium design concepts for the finest guest experience. Located an arm’s throw from the original Tampa Stadium, the newly opened venue quickly became a popular choice for concerts and special events.
Raymond James Stadium is publically owned and managed by the Tampa Sports Authority. The naming rights are owned by Raymond James Financial, Inc., a financial services firm based in St.Petersburg, Florida.
Tampa Sports Authority
The Tampa Sports Authority was created May 28, 1965, by Governor Hayden Burns for the purpose of planning, developing, and maintaining a comprehensive complex of sports and recreational facilities for the Tampa Bay area.
Although the Tampa Sports Authority’s goals and mission statement remain essentially unchanged 40 years after its creation, the scope of the TSA's involvement in various projects is constantly expanding.
