STADIUM: Construction Updates

[uofalbany]

Looks like everything on the home side is done, except for the 'luxury' chairs. Looks good, shouldn't take long to get those in. I'm curious for anyone 'in the know', how long will it take to get the visitors side up and completed?? 2 short months away. We've already passed the original completion date. The new Sept 1st date isn't far away

[Dane96]

I watched a bleacher renovation in MA, about the same size, completed in less than a week.

[uofalbany]

Figured with it be the 'temporary' style seating, it wouldn't take long.

[UAalum72]

When we had temporary bleachers at Fallon Field in 2007, they were delivered and assembled starting Monday for a Thursday game. I suppose it depends on how 'temporary' they are.

[Dane96]

Well, the comments that came out over the last few weeks (articles and McElroy) stated the bleachers are "moveable". They don't seem to be intended to stay for too long.

 

Looks like they still need to do fencing in front of the seats in both upper and lower decks...and the railings for the lower level seperating the concourse from the last row of seats. Basically, finishing work...

[haggyland]

Well, the comments that came out over the last few weeks (articles and McElroy) stated the bleachers are "moveable". They don't seem to be intended to stay for too long.

 

Looks like they still need to do fencing in front of the seats in both upper and lower decks...and the railings for the lower level seperating the concourse from the last row of seats. Basically, finishing work...

 

I'm hoping they throw some colored risers on the lower level bleachers, too.

Edited July 1, 2013 by haggyland

[Dane96]

Doesn't look like it. The risers are already up.

[haggyland]

Doesn't look like it. The risers are already up.

 

They are going to have to splash a little color in there somewhere! Far too institutional as is (for me anyhow.)

[madDOG]

the difference a year makes

 

[UAalum72]

More pieces of the scoreboard going up this afternoon. I hope they don't have to wait for dry weather before working on the electricals - could take all summer at this rate.

[Oldtimer]

The stadium is coming along GREAT! But I have to take exception to those who refer to the yellow chair backs as "nigh rollers" or "luxury" seats. I have sat on the rocks of Bleecker Stadium and the cement stairs of Alumni Field when we had club football. If you want 63 scholarships, if you want a stadium expansion, you have to support the programs. You get football seating privileges and mens women's basketball privileges for a $1000 contribution. Granted not every alum can do that BUT there far less than 1000 chair backs which means we should have plenty alums to cover it. PLEASE don't refer to your 50 year alumnae as "high rollers" or luxury" holders. We are old and need a chair back and ARE WIILING TO SUPPORT UA SPORTS.

[Michigan_Dane]

So true

[Dane96]

Video Board almost installed. #giddy

[Jammaster]

Well said, Oldtimer. Back support shouldn't be considered a luxury.

The admin should keep this in mind moving forward as older alums generally represent the vast majority of financial support.

[Clickclack]

I believe it was I that playfully called folks high rollers...I certainly meant no disrespect to those that have been long time supporters of the athletic dept. And while I can't afford that level of financial commitment It's great that others can and I completely agree that the program needs all types of fans especially those that can afford to give a bit more and thus should be rewarded for it.

 

Enjoy your seats folks, again, I meant no disrespect...

Edited July 2, 2013 by Clickclack