The Football Stadium & Athletic Field House project scope and budget were approved today by the Texas A&M System Board of Regents.
The 2-year project, slated to begin in December, includes the demolition of the existing Blackshear Stadium and a new stadium constructed in its location. The complex will feature a 15,000-seat stadium, which has the capability of expansion to 30,000-seats.
In terms of functional space, the planned stadium amenities include:
- West side (home) grandstand capacity of 9,000 and east side grandstand capacity of 6,000
- Artificial turf playing surface
- Press level
- Covered concourse including concessions and merchandising space
- Premium seating and luxury seats
The Athletic Field House immediately adjacent to the stadium will house a strength and conditioning area, sports medicine suite, team meeting rooms, academic support space and locker rooms. The new complex is scheduled to open for the 2016 football season.
For a look at the sports complex visit http://www.panther-stadium.com/