Arena Porn - if you're into that kind of thing

[HuskerFever]

41 minutes ago, 49r said:

It appears it will be built as primarily a concert venue with its secondary purpose being a basketball arena.

 

https://news.utexas.edu/2018/12/20/world-class-ut-basketball-arena-will-host-longhorns-benefit-austin-community/

 

Matthew McConaughey will act as the “Minister of Culture” at the venue, ensuring that Longhorn and Austin cultures are front and center and helping create a fan experience unlike any other.  When asked how he felt about taking on the added responsibilities of minister of culture for the new venue, McConaughey replied, "All right all right all right!"

 

No word was given on the importance of the role High School chicks will play in the new venture.

 

The article I read was that a Southern California based company will get the rights to the land and will own the building for 10 years. Taking concession sales, tickets, etc. Then after 10 years the land and building are 100% UT's.

 

My take on that is that even if UT gets first rights at events (I think it said 60 scheduled days?), it's not going to be as autonomous as how PBA works. And the company is banking on making a killing off of those first 10 years, then pass on all the maintenance costs and liabilities.

[Bugeaters1]

2 hours ago, HuskerFever said:

 

The article I read was that a Southern California based company will get the rights to the land and will own the building for 10 years. Taking concession sales, tickets, etc. Then after 10 years the land and building are 100% UT's.

 

My take on that is that even if UT gets first rights at events (I think it said 60 scheduled days?), it's not going to be as autonomous as how PBA works. And the company is banking on making a killing off of those first 10 years, then pass on all the maintenance costs and liabilities.

I'm surprised that it will be 10,000 seats for basketball. Frank Erwin hold 16,000 plus

Edited December 22, 2018 by Bugeaters1

[AuroranHusker]

7 hours ago, 49r said:

It appears it will be built as primarily a concert venue with its secondary purpose being a basketball arena.

 

https://news.utexas.edu/2018/12/20/world-class-ut-basketball-arena-will-host-longhorns-benefit-austin-community/

 

Matthew McConaughey will act as the “Minister of Culture” at the venue, ensuring that Longhorn and Austin cultures are front and center and helping create a fan experience unlike any other.  When asked how he felt about taking on the added responsibilities of minister of culture for the new venue, McConaughey replied, "All right all right all right!"

 

No word was given on the importance of the role High School chicks will play in the new venture.

 

[49r]

Not Arena Porn per-se, but facilities related nonetheless:

 

 

[Huskerpapa]

1 hour ago, 49r said:

Not Arena Porn per-se, but facilities related nonetheless:

 

 

According to that dude who reports for the SEC, I think his name is Pat Finebottom, we Neebraskans are delusional about Husker football.  No matter what we do, we will suck.  Dang...why pray tell are we spending all that money...

(Dripping sarcasm)

Edited April 27, 2021 by Huskerpapa

[HuskerFever]

2 minutes ago, Huskerpapa said:

According to that dude who reports for the SEC, I think his name is Pat Finebottom, we Neebraskans are delusional about Husker football.  No matter what we do, we will suck.  Dang...why pray tell are we spending all that money...

 

...because our fans keep showing up and our donors keep giving money to the university.

[49r]

On 12/21/2018 at 2:18 PM, Bugeaters1 said:

Texas plans to build 300 million dollar arena to replace the 41 yr old Frank Erwin center. the new arena will be built acroos from the football stadium.

 

And there is a webcam if you are interested in seeing the progress on its construction:  https://texassports.com/sports/2020/4/30/moody-center-construction-webcam.aspx

[Bugeaters1]

On 8/5/2021 at 1:48 PM, 49r said:

 

And there is a webcam if you are interested in seeing the progress on its construction:  https://texassports.com/sports/2020/4/30/moody-center-construction-webcam.aspx

Have you found one for the Nebraska Athletic center?

 

[49r]

33 minutes ago, Bugeaters1 said:

Have you found one for the Nebraska Athletic center?

 

 

I looked a few days ago but couldn't find one.

 

If anybody knows who the architecture firm or the contractor is I'd like to know.  Can't find it on the web anywhere.

Edited August 16, 2021 by 49r

[Bugeaters1]

1 hour ago, 49r said:

 

I looked a few days ago but couldn't find one.

 

If anybody knows who the architecture firm or the contractor is I'd like to know.  Can't find it on the web anywhere.

I tried to find something today but couldn't either.

 

[AuroranHusker]

On 8/16/2021 at 4:02 PM, 49r said:

 

I looked a few days ago but couldn't find one.

 

If anybody knows who the architecture firm or the contractor is I'd like to know.  Can't find it on the web anywhere.

 

Hausmann Construction

 

BVH Architects: read their article about the project with designer Populous  https://bvh.com/project/go-big-north-stadium-expansion-university-nebraska-lincoln/

 

 

Edited August 19, 2021 by AuroranHusker

[49r]

 

 

Press conference here:

 

 

[AuroranHusker]

https://huskers.com/news/2023/09/28/regents-will-consider-memorial-stadium-renovation-plans

 

Regents have tentatively approved the first leg of the project, which amounts to 10% of the overall cost. They will consider it again once more of the design drawing documentation has been completed, with Trev Alberts updating the Board of Regents at a future undetermined date.

 

[hskr4life]

Baylors new 7,500 seat arena opened last night.  Baylor fans impressed and hoping it’ll create a hostile atmosphere.

 

Others laughing at the size but do say it could be a tough place to play.  Also some saying it’ll cause issues when they play on the road and post season.

 

[hskr4life]

 

 

[49r]

Looks pretty disappointing.

[Bugeaters1]

 K U with a new rebuild.  https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1133657844746928&set=a.723260662453317

[Bugeaters1]

https://www.facebook.com/dronelawrence

[49r]

https://kugatewaydistrict.com/live-cameras/

[HuskerFever]

14 hours ago, Bugeaters1 said:

K U with a new rebuild. 

 

If #3 in the country is a rebuild, I don't want to know what they look like at full strength 

[AuroranHusker]

 

[jimmykc]

On 1/15/2024 at 8:33 AM, 49r said:

https://kugatewaydistrict.com/live-cameras/

The place where I graduated. Guess I should have paid more attention then. The capacity will be 40,000 according to reports. The old alma mater likes to think big.Kansas football: Demolition at 'The Booth' is progressing. The changes are stunning (throughthephog.com)

[Bugeaters1]

9 minutes ago, jimmykc said:

The place where I graduated. Guess I should have paid more attention then. The capacity will be 40,000 according to reports. The old alma mater likes to think big.Kansas football: Demolition at 'The Booth' is progressing. The changes are stunning (throughthephog.com)

Where will they be playing football this fall?

 

[jimmykc]

1 hour ago, Bugeaters1 said:

Where will they be playing football this fall?

 

Kansas Football Unveils Complete 2024 Schedule – Kansas Jayhawks (kuathletics.com)

[hskr4life]

4 hours ago, Bugeaters1 said:

Where will they be playing football this fall?

 

 

Home games at Sporting KC's stadium and the Chiefs stadium.