Tiger Stadium Section 543: view from your seat, rows and shade
Section 543 is in the 500 level, east (visitors) sideline, near the corner of Tiger Stadium. Its rows run A-B, C (3 rows), all open to the sky. The front row is 353 ft from midfield and Row C sits 111 ft above the field. At a 11:00 am kickoff against Mississippi State, a seat here gets about 160 minutes of direct sun.
How many rows are in Section 543?
3 rows: A-B, C. Row list from rateyourseats.com. Chairback seats: all rows.
Is Section 543 covered?
No. Every row is open to the sky. No seating section at Tiger Stadium is under a roof or an overhanging deck, so bring a poncho if rain is forecast: umbrellas are not allowed.
How far is Section 543 from the field?
The front row is 353 ft (107.7 m) from midfield; Row C is 359 ft. Eye height runs from 109 ft above the field at the front to 111 ft at the top. You look down at the field at 17.1° from Row A, 17.2° from Row B and 17.2° from Row C. Seats face a compass bearing of 266.9°.
| Row | To midfield | Eye height | Angle down |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 353 ft | 109 ft | 17.1° |
| C | 359 ft | 111 ft | 17.2° |
Is Section 543 in the sun or shade?
Mostly sunny: about 160 minutes of direct sun at an 11:00 am kickoff against Mississippi State. By row band: front third 156 min, middle 160 min, top 163 min. Every remaining home game and possible kickoff time:
| Game | Kickoff | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| vs Mississippi State Sat Oct 17, 2026 | 11:00 am | 160 min shade not during the game |
| vs Alabama Sat Nov 7, 2026 | 2:30 pm | 130 min shade 4:40 pm |
| vs Alabama Sat Nov 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm | 0 min shade at kickoff |
| vs Texas Sat Nov 14, 2026 | 2:30 pm | 130 min shade 4:40 pm |
| vs Texas Sat Nov 14, 2026 | 6:00 pm | 0 min shade at kickoff |
Which gate should I use for Section 543?
The gate printed on your ticket. Gates open 2 hours before kickoff. Medical bags go through Gate 10 or the Southwest Roll Gate. Tiger Stadium is a no re-entry venue.
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