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Joborule · 12-23-2016, 10:25 AM

I wouldn't rule out CSEC still getting a new football stadium built for them. Just because the fieldhouse likely (and should) get built in the foothills now, doesn't mean it can't be built to professional attendance capacity standards. Especially with all three levels of government indicating funding interests, and the possibly of having to host opening/closing ceremonies for the 2026 olympics if we're to win.

I say 'Plan B' is two plans. Plan 'a' is to build fieldhouse and renovate McMahon. Plan 'b' is to build the fieldhouse to CFL standards, and demolish McMahon. I think the latter may have a lot of pull based on costs, and the university's interest to free up the land for future development.

12-23-2016, 10:25 AM	#41
Joborule Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta Exp:	I wouldn't rule out CSEC still getting a new football stadium built for them. Just because the fieldhouse likely (and should) get built in the foothills now, doesn't mean it can't be built to professional attendance capacity standards. Especially with all three levels of government indicating funding interests, and the possibly of having to host opening/closing ceremonies for the 2026 olympics if we're to win. I say 'Plan B' is two plans. Plan 'a' is to build fieldhouse and renovate McMahon. Plan 'b' is to build the fieldhouse to CFL standards, and demolish McMahon. I think the latter may have a lot of pull based on costs, and the university's interest to free up the land for future development.