ZONAZOO IS THE OFFICIAL STUDENT SECTION AND STUDENT-TICKETING PROGRAM FOR UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA ATHLETICS. A ZONAZOO MEMBERSHIP IS YOUR ALL ACCESS PASS FOR ALL SPORTING EVENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA.
History of the Zoo
It all started with a t-shirt and a vision in 2002, ever since then it has continued to grow and has become the largest student section in the Pac-12. After officially being implemented in 2003, ZonaZoo’s membership has increased at an unprecedented rate and this newfound spirit has permeated throughout the University of Arizona campus, the Tucson community, and the state of Arizona. The ZonaZoo has established itself as a monstrous force that has forever changed school spirit by creating a tighter knit campus and community. Students and community members now immediately recognize the “Sea of Red” at basketball and football games and they know that it stands for a united body that is both diverse and eclectic. This united body shares an interest in University of Arizona Athletics and at the same time it is composed of future scientists, doctors, lawyers, business leaders and public servants that are poised to lead our country in the future. Compared to similar universities with established spirit programs, the ZonaZoo has surpassed them in spirit and in attendance.
ZONAZOO MEMBERSHIPS
STARTER MEMBERSHIP - $0
- All enrolled students (undergraduate or graduate) for the 2024-25 academic year automatically receive the starter membership. No need to purchase anything to access.
- Grants access to all sports EXCEPT Football and Men's Basketball
BLUE MEMBERSHIP - $125
- Must be enrolled for the 2024-25 academic year.
- Grants access to all sports EXCEPT Men's Basketball
- Football games: require a reservation; ZonaZoo Blue membership grants the opportunity to reserve a seat for all regular season, home Football games
- ZonaZoo T-Shirt
- ZonaZoo Gazette online newsletter
- Invitations to special ZonaZoo events
RED MEMBERSHIP - $175
- Must be enrolled for the 2024-25 academic year.
- Grants access to all sports
- Football games: require a reservation; ZonaZoo Red membership grants the opportunity to reserve a seat for all regular season, home Football games.
- Men's Basketball games: require a reservation; ZonaZoo Red membership grants the opportunity to reserve a seat for all regular season, home Men's Basketball games outside of those over holiday break.
- ZonaZoo T-Shirt
- ZonaZoo Gazette online newsletter
- Invitations to special ZonaZoo events
- Priority for Men's Basketball Student Holiday Packs
- Priority for men's basketball Student post-season tournament tickets
"ALL IN" MEMBERSHIP - $525
- Available for purchase by Freshmen ONLY - must be enrolled for the 2024-25 academic year.
- All Red ZonaZoo membership benefits for four consecutive years: 2024-25, 2025-26, 2026-27, and 2027-28.
- No refunds will be provided if purchasing the four year membership during freshman year, but student does not stay enrolled at the University of Arizona.
- Membership only runs for consecutive years, and must be enrolled for membership to be applicable.
ZONAZOO PLUS MEMBERSHIP
ZONAZOO PLUS MEMBERSHIP
The ZonaZoo Plus allows ZonaZoo members the opportunity to support Arizona Athletics by making a difference in the lives of Wildcat student-athletes for the 2024-25 academic year. Additional benefits include:
- 24 hour advanced reservation window for Football Tickets (when accompanied by a ZonaZoo Blue or Red membership)
- 24 hour advanced reservation window for Men’s Basketball Tickets (when accompanied by a ZonaZoo Red membership)
- Express entrance lane to Men's Basketball games (when accompanied by a ZonaZoo Red membership)
- Membership t-shirt
- Wildcat Club Member
The ZonaZoo Plus upgrade requires the purchase of a ZonaZoo membership (Blue for just Football, Red for Football AND Men's Basketball).
1 Year - $35
4 Year - $105 (Freshmen Only)
Reservations:
10 am Saturday prior to home game(s): exclusive ZonaZoo Plus window
10 am Sunday prior to home game(s): ZonaZoo, including Plus members
*Early reservation window allotment is limited. If the allotment fills up during the early reservation period, ZonaZoo Plus members will also have the ability to reserve alongside the rest of ZonaZoo on the following day.
For more information on ZonaZoo Plus, click here
ZONAZOO CREW
ZonaZoo Crew consists of a six member executive board and twenty-nine crew members. There are three teams within Crew: Branding & Marketing, Media & Production, and Events & Community Outreach. ZonaZoo Crew provides the best possible game day environment for students, and ultimately contributes to the best overall college experience. In addition, ZonaZoo Crew also manages events such as Bear Down Friday, Tailgates, Junior Cats, and more. Follow along with us on Instagram @zonazoocrew.
If you are interested in joining ZonaZoo Crew, applications open annually in the spring semester for the following school year. You can find our application, as well as more information on each of the roles we offer on Handshake.
ZONAZOO EXECUTIVE TEAM
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
Sydney Schumer
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR:
Cassidy Westling
BRANDING & MARKETING DIRECTOR:
Molly Peebles
MEDIA & PRODUCTION DIRECTOR:
Tim Brandenberger
EVENTS & COMMUNITY OUTREACH DIRECTOR:
Belana Horsinka
ZONAZOO TEAMS
BRANDING & MARKETING
Gabby Fernandez, Tatum Grisham, Nicholas Kougher, McKenna Manzo, Emily Miler, Evelyn O'Neal, Caroline Rothman, Lizzy Sorensen, Tyler Darr.
MEDIA & PRODUCTION
Mackenzie Brooks, Riley Johnson, Shea maloney, Jillian Norbut, Akeyla Tanksley, Bryce Weinberger, Ashlyn Ware.
TRADITIONS
BEAR DOWN FRIDAYS
Bear Down Fridays take place every Friday evening before a home football game, and serve as the official pep rally for the game. University Boulevard closes from 4-7 while local businesses such as boutiques, clothing stores, restaurants, and other organizations host large-scale sales, food and drink specials, and fun activities to engage with attendees under the guidance of the Marshall Foundation. The pep rally begins at 6 PM as the UA band, led by Director Chad Shoopman, plays music throughout the hour while guest speakers, including various coaches from Arizona Athletics and emcees, entertain the crowd. Bear Down Fridays attract hundreds of students, parents, families, and community members, and garner much media attention from around the community. Bear Down Fridays during Family Weekend and Homecoming are typically the highest attended and most exciting Bear Down Fridays of the year. See you Friday nights!
JUNIOR CATS
Apply to be a Senior Cat (collegiate mentor) and make a difference in the crucial transition period for potential Junior Cats (grade school students). The Junior Cats program focuses on stressing the importance of pursuing a higher education to grade school students by offering a well-rounded view of collegiate life through campus tours, athletic facilities tours, and educational information about preparing for college.
ROAD TRIPS
Every year, ZonaZoo takes 2 trips to cheer the Cats on while they're on the road! During the 2022-2023 school year, the Zoo headed to Las Vegas to watch the Cats at the PAC-12 Tournament where they clinched a back-to-back conference title!
TAILGATES
This year, ZonaZoo held tailgates in both the classic ZonaZone on the Mall and in Arizona Stadium at the ZonaZoo entrance! Tailgates consisted of fun games, poster-making contests, free food, giveaways, and the best music by DJ Scooter!
Come join us in the ZonaZone with exclusive early access to the stadium.