Let's be honest: In 40 years, Population in Utah >2x, Utah County >3x, BYU Graduates ~240,000. LES LOST 2000 seats.
Demand is simply greater than supply.
I wish I could get all of my kids, their spouses and my grand kids into a game for $10 a ticket. Unfortunately, that's just not going to happen anymore.
While I wish ticket prices and seating were more affordable for my growing family, I am thrilled that the stadium is filled and more money will be coming into the program than ever before. I'm thrilled it's not the same old BYU. #GOCOUGS
Utah County Population
1980 - 218,109
2020 - 659,399
Increase: 302%
State of Utah Population
1980 - 1,472,595
2020 - 3,283,785
Increase - 223%
LES Capacity
1980 - 65,000
2020 - 63,470
Decrease - 2%