Sorry if this has already been discussed but does the whole Stabil Drill thing put a cloud on whether or not this whole renovation even goes through at all?
For those not in the know: http://theind.com/article-23118-laws...-millions.html
Got it, thanks. I'm not trying to have an opinion on the name at all, just wondering if this will stall us any. After a bit of more searching I did find this article (http://www.katc.com/story/31808845/s...ncial-dealings) which puts my mind at ease a little.
I guess the only concern is later down the road if Russo is found guilty of the charges. We could find ourselves with an "Enron Field" situation. IIRC, the Astros had to buy the naming rights back. They did settle for a much lesser amount though, which I believe was negotiated through the bankruptcy proceedings. Maybe that's a cross that bridge when we get there kind of thing.
I'm sure that if something really bad goes down, the family can always claim that "Russo Park" is being named in honor of the late Sammy Russo, also a big supporter of UL Baseball. Unlike M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field, it appears that at this point in time the name "Russo Park" is in honor of the entire family and not a single individual.
Coach Robe said definitively last week at Diamond Club that everything is scheduled to start as soon as the season is over.
It is also my understanding regarding the name issue that there are ethics clauses in the contracts regarding donations. (i.e. your name bringing bad appeal to the university, we no longer have to use your name on the building or stadium).
I think it would be wise if the University put out a public statement reassuring the players, recruits and fans that this stadium will be built irregardless of the issue with the Russo family.
If UL doesn't build this stadium this year there is a good chance it will hurt future recruiting and potentially lose some of the current commits we have.
Another thing to think about. If this falls through will Coach Robe stay around? Just my thoughts.
So when should we start seeing movement at the field? I would assume June 4th through 11th?
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