Student seating announcement

[smupony94]

I see lots of blocked views of the field, especially from above, and the side sections from the
plan pictures

6 or 7 full sections of the end zone

Other than the Kansas opening have those sections ever been filled? Maybe Oklahoma State

[PonyTime]

When he becomes a pro-bowler with the Broncos suggest we shall rename this area "Courtland's Corner"

[ponyboy]

That's a proposal photo as it hasn't been built yet. Also it is easily removable.

That's good to know. I figured those graphics couldn't possibly be the final product.

VERY good to know, a relief. Looks like something you'd see at the local peach stand

[Jackets N Pones]

Great idea! Hopefully will look good on TV too. Needs some kind of landmark like the conoco gas pump at MMP.

[DanFreibergerForHeisman]

That would be cool to have some big contraption that counts touchdowns

[oilpony]

The Empty Canyon

[oilpony]

That would be cool to have some big contraption that counts touchdowns

I think we already have a scoreboard for that

[smupony94]

That would be cool to have some big contraption that counts touchdowns

I think we already have a scoreboard for that

that was a mryldelism

[DFW HOYA]

I love the attempt. TCU has similar sections.

Nothing at TCU has this in its stadium bowl.

[PlanoStang]

I guess it looks better than a tarp over about 10000 seats, but not much of anybody on or off the decks will see the game from the NE corner

[Fresno Mustang]

I'm all for trying new things but this new patio LOOKS CHEAP in my opinion (white plywood?). Is this a permanent patio or phase 1? While in need of some updates, Ford is a really classy looking stadium. This could have been executed a lot better. Still not in support of reducing the capacity at Ford. Good coaching, good marketing, good win-loss record, good opponents, good facilities = attendance increase. Despite comments, good luck Ponies for a great season!

ford stadium 2.jpg

It doesnt matter how "classy" it looks if no one is sitting in it. The reality is that in today's world, you need to offer more entertainment to keep students inside the stadium by bringing the bar and TV's to the stadium. It is pretty obvious that SMU's home opponents (minus TCU), bleachers, minimal cell service, 100 degree Texas heat and no way to really get updates on other schools around the country most of our students grew up following is a losing formula for attendance. This is a great attempt to try and really attract students and improve the game day product.

[PK]

I love the attempt. TCU has similar sections.

Nothing at TCU has this in its stadium bowl.

At least 2/3rds of the lower section on the right (if not more) is the student section and it is FULL. Winning has something to do with that, but school spirit is a big factor too. Not sure how you instill that in SMU students.

[Stallion]

It's TCU student seating on the lower level from end zone to endzone

[SMU Pom Mom]

Here is a picture of the construction.

[Bergermeister]

Seating underneath with AC?