Buddy's Pizza coming to Michigan Stadium, Crisler Center, Yost Ice Arena in 5-year deal

Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press
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Buddy's Detroit-style pizza partners with Michigan Athletics.
Buddy's Detroit-style pizza partners with Michigan Athletics.

Buddy’s Pizza announced a new partnership with Ann Arbor’s Michigan Athletics bringing its acclaimed Detroit-style pizza to several Ann Arbor venues.

Starting this fall, University of Michigan fans can feast on Buddy’s Pizza throughout concession stands at Michigan Stadium, Crisler Center and Yost Ice Arena. Although terms of the deal were not disclosed, the five-year agreement is in place through the 2027-2028 season.

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“We think Buddy’s Pizza, together with Michigan Athletics, is a winning team, and we’re thrilled with the opportunity to bring our beloved original Detroit-style pizza to the fans of the maize-and-blue,” said Chris Tussing, Buddy’s Pizza incoming CEO, in a news release.  “Whether you’re already a devoted Buddy’s fan, or someone eating our pizza for the first time, we’re ready to make game day delicious.”

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Fans can choose Buddy’s four-square pepperoni or classic cheese pizzas.  Pizzas are $15 each and served in a “Go Blue” box. Included in the pizza is a $4 off coupon code for a future purchase at any Buddy’s Pizza location.

“We’re thrilled to be able to bring fans of Michigan Athletics a favorite and iconic hometown brand, like Buddy’s Pizza,” said Jennifer Cadicamo, vice president and general manager, Michigan Sports Properties, in a news release. “We each have our own proud and rich local histories, and we’re excited to experience this next chapter of our stories together.”

Buddy's started 77 years ago at 6 Mile and Conant Street, and now has 22 Michigan locations that include dine-in and carry-out. It's known for its pizzas baked in dark, deep pans once used for automotive parts. The pans and how the pie is assembled are hallmarks of Detroit-style pizza. Buddy's pizzas' edges are laced with a crispy, caramelized cheese crust, and the sauce is on top.

In Ann Arbor, Buddy’s Pizza's full-service restaurant is at 3153 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd.

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