US EditionNebraska Regents Approve $600 Million Renovation of 103-Year-Old Memorial Stadium
The Big Red Rebuild would cut about 5,000 seats and demolish parts of West Stadium and South Stadium, officials said.
- On Friday, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved a $600 million 'Big Red Rebuild' of Memorial Stadium, with completion targeted for the 2028 football season.
- University officials intend to transform the facility into a year-round event destination, projecting a 40% increase in annual stadium revenue to $95 million.
- The plan involves demolishing parts of West Stadium and the entire South Stadium, reducing overall capacity to 80,000 from more than 85,000.
- All regents voted in favor except Student Regent Brock Calamari, while longtime ticket holder Dan Wengert requested a 'full financial accounting' before approval.
- Fans like Doug Jensby argue Nebraska's success relies on its broad fan base, though the university maintains the rebuild preserves the stadium's legacy.
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