Exclusive: BYU in Advanced Talks to Sell LaVell Edwards Stadium to Elon Musk in Historic Tech-Sports Partnership
Exclusive: BYU in Advanced Talks to Sell LaVell Edwards Stadium to Elon Musk in Historic Tech-Sports Partnership
In a stunning development that could reshape the landscape of college athletics, sources close to the situation report that Brigham Young University (BYU) is in preliminary negotiations to sell its iconic football venue, LaVell Edwards Stadium (LES), to tech billionaire Elon Musk. The deal, if finalized, would mark an unprecedented partnership between higher education and private enterprise.
Elon Musk — CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and social media platform X — is said to be exploring the acquisition as part of a visionary project that would integrate advanced clean energy systems, next-gen satellite connectivity, and AI-driven fan engagement technologies within a sports facility. Musk’s teams are reportedly eyeing LES as a “multi-use innovation hub” that could serve both athletic and technological frontiers.
LaVell Edwards Stadium, home to the BYU Cougars since 1964, is a 63,000-seat venue and a cornerstone of college football in the Mountain West. The potential sale has sparked a mix of excitement and concern among fans, alumni, and local officials, who are eager to learn what the partnership could mean for BYU’s athletic traditions and campus environment.
While BYU has not officially confirmed the negotiations, a university spokesperson stated, “We are constantly exploring innovative opportunities that align with our institutional values and enhance the student-athlete experience.”
Industry analysts speculate that such a deal could include major stadium renovations powered by Tesla solar technology, real-time SpaceX Starlink streaming capabilities, and a rebranding initiative under Musk’s vision.
More details are expected in the coming weeks. If the sale proceeds, it would represent one of the boldest moves in collegiate sports history — and possibly, the first step toward a new era of futuristic stadiums.
