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Byrd Stadium Renovation and Expansion
A NEW ERA
A new era in the proud tradition of Maryland
Athletics will begin in Fall 2007 with the
first extensive expansion to Chevy Chase Bank
Field in over a decade.
Phase One includes the expansion of Tyser
Tower along the South concourse, allowing for the
addition of 64 suites of varying sizes.
Additionally, mezzanine seating for approximately
500 will be added (featuring heated and covered
seating and food service); a University Suite with
seating for 200 guests; new work areas for
television, radio and print media; new work areas
for coaches and game day operating staff; a new
team store; and enhanced seating for disabled
customers. Additionally, a state-of-the-art
LED videoboard will be installed, prior to the
2007 season.
Phase Two includes the installation of
railings in the North and South lower bowl to
enhance fan safety and comfort; chair back seating
in the 200 level on the North side; and new
restrooms and concessions on the South side.
Additionally, playing field will be lowered to
improve sight lines for seats on the first 10
rows, converting those 3,000 seats from obstructed
view to some of the best views in the stadium.
It also includes the painting of all of the roofs
within the stadium complex that are currently
painted blue.
Future Expansion includes the addition
of nearly 8,000 seats to the 200 level in the
West end zone which will bring stadium capacity
to about 60,000 seats.
This expansion plan is an ambitious one. Critical
to its success is the leasing of all available
suites within the expanded Tyser Tower. You
can support the proud tradition and future growth
of Maryland Football by partnering with Maryland
Athletics on a luxury suite.
INTRODUCING THE NEW TYSER TOWER
Beginning in Fall 2007, the existing Tyser Tower
will be dramatically expanded and improved. By
the start of the 2009 football season, the new
Tyser Tower will feature five state-of-the-art
levels featuring 65 luxury suites, an expanded
area for media, and a new team store. The new
Tyser Tower will extend from end zone to end
zone, providing symmetry and balance to the stadium.
"Chevy Chase Bank Field at Byrd Stadium is
our home. These improvements will dramatically
enhance our stadium and attract more people to
watch us play. I am very excited about these
projects."
Ralph Friedgen, Head Coach
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Barry and Mary Gossett (right) have
passionately embraced the vision of Maryland Athletics, as
well as the rise of the University of Maryland. In addition
to Barry serving in many leadership roles at the university,
significant gifts from the Gossetts have led to the
construction of the Gossett Academic Support and Career
Development Unit in the Comcast Center, and the recent
expansion of the Gossett Football Team House. The
academic support unit (shown below) offers Terrapin
student athletes the latest technological aids to further
their academic success.