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Originally Posted by Bill Bumface
They just need to get a stadium figured out stat. Nothing has been a better demonstration of how poor venues and atmosphere can affect attendance than Foothills FC.
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The Saskatoon bid article above has an interesting point. The bid included a "modular stadium":
"For an 8,200-seat#stadium#with a lot of amenities, such as VIP suites and#rooms#and a lot of other opportunities for fan engagement within the stadium,#we're#looking at a cost of between $16 million and $20 million," said Joe#Belan, a former player on Canada's U-23 national team.
The proposal is based on a modular design concept, and could last up to 25 years.
"It can ultimately be disassembled but has a more permanent look to it," said#Belan.
A similar design has been used in Vancouver by the BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps while their home stadium was being renovated.
According to#Belan, soccer is growing in popularity, and a modular design would be able to support this growth — and potential expansion.
Could be an interesting concept for a similar-sized stadium in Calgary. The one in Vancouver was Empire field, which was pretty good when I attended two games there.
I know the Fath Group is looking at upgraded field/stadium options for a 9000-seat location for FC Edmonton. Wonder if they're looking at the same idea.