Local leaders are weighing in on the Carolina Panthers moving their training camp away from the Upstate. The Panthers announced yesterday they will now be holding camp at team headquarters in Charlotte.
Spartanburg Mayor Jerome Rice said in a statement " We are grateful to the Carolina Panthers for their years hosting training camp in Spartanburg and their investments in our community, including the state’s first Play60 park and the organization’s generous support for community initiatives and quality-of-life improvements throughout our city."
The Panthers had held training camp at Wofford College every year since 1995 with the exception of 2020, due to the covid-19 pandemic.
4th District Congressman William Timmons responded to the announcement tweeting "David Tepper has fumbled once again. This time alienating South Carolina from the “Carolina” Panthers. so much for two states one team.”