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Charlotte 49ers launch new app with transition to mobile ticketing

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The Charlotte 49ers have launched an updated mobile app, with the university football team moving to full mobile ticketing for the 2023-24 season. 

The new-look app is powered by Sidearm Sports, which provides the technology platform that powers official websites, mobile apps, statistical integration, live audio and visual streaming, and e-commerce platforms for collegiate partners.

Fans and students attending the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will be able to access tickets for all ticketed Charlotte Athletics home events directory from their mobile phone.

Tickets can then be saved to a mobile wallet or transferred to friends and family.

The app allows for customisable push notifications for the latest news, scores, venue and game information. It has also been designed with a user-friendly interface that integrates with the Charlotte 49ers’ website.

Sidearm Sports has worked with over 1,300 partners, including more than 300 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division 1 programmes. It operates within the Learfield IMG College structure.