Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University Athletics is taking the next step in modernizing the fan experience through a new partnership with vivenu, a leading provider of flexible, API-driven ticketing technology.

The partnership, which also includes ticketing for events at University's John Cranford Adam Playhouse, will give Hofstra greater control over how fans discover, purchase, manage, and share tickets while creating new opportunities to engage with Pride fans throughout their experience. Hofstra joins more than 100 institutions nationwide utilizing vivenu's ticketing platform.

Through vivenu, Hofstra will introduce a fully branded and customizable ticketing experience built around simplicity and convenience. Enhanced mobile functionality, including Apple Wallet integration, streamlined ticket transfers, and easier account access, will help make attending Hofstra events more seamless for fans, donors, students, faculty, and staff.

"We are excited to announce this partnership between Hofstra Athletics and vivenu," said Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. "As collegiate athletics and the expectations of our fans continue to evolve, we wanted a ticketing partner that could evolve with us. vivenu gives us greater flexibility in how we build, sell, manage, and understand our events while giving us the freedom to create new experiences for our fans."

"Hofstra is building something ambitious, and we're glad to be part of it," said Darby M. Roggow, vivenu's director of collegiate partnerships. "Rick and his team see ticketing as a way to deepen the relationship with Pride fans and keep that relationship theirs. We can't wait to see what they do with it." 

The platform will also provide Hofstra with greater flexibility behind the scenes, allowing Athletics to streamline ticketing operations, customize offerings, and explore new approaches to how tickets and experiences are packaged and delivered.

"Technology should make the fan experience easier, not more complicated," Cole Jr. said. "From adding tickets to Apple Wallet to transferring them or accessing an account, vivenu gives us tools that can make it seamless for our fans. Just as importantly, the platform gives our team the flexibility to experiment with ticketing ideas that weren't possible for us before. That's an exciting opportunity as we continue finding new ways to connect people with Hofstra Athletics."

The partnership reflects Hofstra Athletics' broader commitment to using technology to strengthen connections with its community while creating a more efficient, adaptable ticketing operation.

About Hofstra Athletics
The Hofstra Department of Athletics sponsors 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams that compete in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) and the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA). Hofstra's men's teams include baseball, basketball, cross country and track, golf, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and wrestling. The Pride's women's teams include basketball, cross country and track, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.

About vivenu
vivenu is the global technology leader in advanced ticketing infrastructure, empowering organizers to transform their primary sales channel into a strategic business asset. Designed for high-performance and full customization, vivenu's API-first platform powers the world's most demanding event ecosystems. This includes the Grammy Awards, the Golden Globes, and global sports phenomena such as HYROX and Stanford Athletics.

With a footprint spanning 50+ countries, vivenu specializes in managing complex fan journeys and premium experiences. Whether it is handling massive demand spikes for icons like Bad Bunny, or orchestrating campus-wide partnerships for 140+ colleges, vivenu provides the digital backbone for the future of entertainment. By prioritizing data ownership and seamless connectivity, vivenu ensures that organizers remain at the heart of the fan relationship. For more information, visit vivenu.com. Media inquiries may be directed to media@vivenu.com.