Global Payments Named Memphis Tigers Tech Provider
Global Payments will supply its Genius platform to run food and beverage sales at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Football
Global Payments Inc. has been selected as the Commerce Technology Provider for the University of Memphis Tigers. Its Genius point-of-sale platform will enable food and beverage operations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Why it matters
The deal extends Global Payments' stadium footprint to a Memphis Tigers Football venue and gives concession operations a single platform for payments and point-of-sale management. Stadiums rely on fast transactions during peak demand, making the platform choice a practical operational decision for the athletic program.
Global Payments reports a footprint of 160 stadiums and venues worldwide and operations in more than 175 countries. The announcement did not disclose the Memphis contract value, term, or expected concession transaction volume.
The players
Global Payments Inc.
Global Payments is a payment technology and software company listed on the NYSE under the ticker GPN, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and serving merchants across more than 175 countries.
University of Memphis Tigers
The University of Memphis Tigers compete in NCAA Division I athletics as a charter member of the American Conference.
The details
Genius combines point-of-sale software, payments processing, and operational tools in one enterprise platform designed for stadiums and venues. Under the arrangement, fans will be able to order and pay at concession stands during peak demand at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Timeline
- November 5, 2026: Global Payments announced its selection as Commerce Technology Provider for the Memphis Tigers.
Roadmap
Stadium point-of-sale contracts have become a competitive arena where payment processors vie for collegiate and professional venues. This selection adds a Division I football program to a platform already deployed across 160 stadiums and venues worldwide.
Fans attending games at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium should see concession ordering and payment handled through the Genius platform. Concession purchases during peak demand are the practical area where the new system will be felt.
The takeaway
Stadium payment systems are a behind-the-scenes part of game day, and this deal means Memphis Tigers fans will interact with Global Payments' technology when buying food and drinks. Watching how concession lines move during busy games will show how well the platform performs.
Further reading
Explore more Memphis Football coverage for context on the Tigers program.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The News-Gazette.
