Rose Bowl Stadium is known for its traditions and moments but even the historic venue has to be renovated to help reaffirm its place as a top-end destination in Southern California.
While the 102-year-old national historic landmark in Pasadena remains a captivating location for some, it does have to fend off the arrival of SoFi Stadium and the Intuit Dome, which are drawing some of the bigger events to Inglewood.
The Rose Bowl was completed in 1922 and has served as the host of Super Bowls and college football championship games. among others. The venue will also host its third Olympic Games in 2028.
The Rose Bowl Operating Company and the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation announced the Lasting Legacy Campaign Monday morning. It is a revitalization plan for the stadium over the next several years. [USA Today]
Clemson University athletics has unveiled an expansive vision for its ongoing renovations, featuring a cutting-edge 55,000 square-foot facility that is set to revolutionize the training and wellness experience for student-athletes when it opens in 2025.
Clemson is committed to providing the best resources and environment for its student-athletes and is poised to set a new standard in college sports facilities. In November 2023, IPTAY and the families of Steven and Michael Watt announced a commitment to name the facility, recognizing their incredible generosity and impact on the project. The Watt family’s $5.675 million athletic cornerstone partner contribution has played a central role in bringing the facility from concept to reality.
The centerpiece of this initiative is the remarkable strength & conditioning center, equipped with cutting-edge amenities designed to propel student-athletes to their peak performance. This center includes a 40-yard dash area, providing a space for speed and agility training that is crucial across various sport disciplines. [Clemson Tigers]
The University of Missouri celebrated a historic day Saturday by breaking ground on the newly named Memorial Stadium Centennial Project, a transformative renovation effort that will modernize the iconic home of Mizzou's football program.
Prior to kickoff for Saturday's regular-season finale against Arkansas, university officials took part in a ceremonial groundbreaking event and announced the project's new name. The $250 million renovation will be complete for the 2026 season, coinciding with the 100-year anniversary of Memorial Stadium's opening.
The Memorial Stadium Centennial Project includes enhancements to fan amenities, expanded premium area seating and state-of-the-art facilities to ensure Memorial Stadium remains a premier venue for college football while honoring its tradition of excellence and service to Mizzou.
"This is a landmark occasion in the history of our university and athletics program," said Robin Wenneker, Chair of the University of Missouri Board of Curators. "The new name celebrates the vision of the stadium's original builders and our commitment to ensuring its legacy endures for generations of Tigers fans and all Missourians. This momentum investment honors the past while creating a first-class venue that reflects the excellence of Mizzou." [Mizzou Tigers]
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