Cajun Field 1971...

[CajunRebel]

"If you build it, they will come."

We built Cajun Field in the 1970s, and they still haven't come yet. That stadium is empty enough already. Adding seats that won't be filled is just stupid.

[Crawfish]

As far as the issue expansion of the stadium, I agree this is way too early to be talking about this issue. Having said that, I will say that if it did ever occur, I believe it would involve completing "the bowl" rather than building an upper deck. The reason I say this is because I have heard Nelson on the radio describe some preliminary studies that have already been conducted, that show the price tag per seat would be much less money. I also love the green space that the grassy areas provide in the stadium. As far as money being spent though, right now Chris is correct in what he is saying about other facilities being much more important than expansion of the stadium. It is no secret that one of those problems is now being addressed and hopefully will be announced shortly, that being the addition of an all purpose indoor practice facility. Besides this project, at the top of my wish list is the repair of the restrooms on the student side. The floors in there are all cracked and it is a shame for students and visitors to see this when coming to games. I also feel the workout room is a critical need that will soon need to be addressed. At least a few things are starting to happen. We have to crawl before we can walk, right?

[Turbine]

Originally posted by Crawfish
...Besides this project, at the top of my wish list is the repair of the restrooms on the student side. ...

That does look bad, it has obviously settled over the years. My question is whether or not the concrete is finished settling.

If it is, can a one-inch concrete overlay covered with tiles, do the job?

[Crawfish]

I think the concrete my have settles ab couple of years back when we had the severe daught, causing it to crack. it should be done settling, I would think with all of the rainfall we have received the past couple of years. If feasable, The idea about the overlay and the tile might be an inexpesive solution. Going back to the upper deck issue, I wonder if there is also other damage that is not visable to the naked eye that would complicate installing and upper deck on the student side?

BTW, Whoever put that label on my post above, thanks, I like it. Is it possible to copy it to use an all of my messages?

[1stTake]

Originally posted by Crawfish

BTW, Whoever put that label on my post above, thanks, I like it. Is it possible to copy it to use an all of my messages?

Cool logo

[CDeb]

Originally posted by Crawfish
Having said that, I will say that if it did ever occur, I believe it would involve completing "the bowl" rather than building an upper deck. The reason I say this is because I have heard Nelson on the radio describe some preliminary studies that have already been conducted, that show the price tag per seat would be much less money.

Obviously, cost trumps everything for us in our current situation. I was just making my preference known in a perfect world!

[Boomer]

Oh great one could you make your photo of the new red on the inside look red at the middle and the top to see what it would look like????

[Turbine]

Oh great one could you make your photo of the new red on the inside look red at the middle and the top to see what it would look like????

Not sure who you meant but I volunteer, and I gotta tell you I can't paint.

[CRAWFISH61]

That looks awesome!!! I'm glad I bleed vermillion.

[RaginEsquire06]

Not sure who you meant but I volunteer, and I gotta tell you I can't paint.

Looks great to me TURBINE...Really looks great!