The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
UAB, Legion FC and BBVA Compass Celebrate Stadium Expansion
5/9/2018 2:25:00 PM | Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Blazer Boosters
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The UAB Department of Athletics, along with BBVA Compass and Birmingham Legion FC, celebrated the stadium expansion of BBVA Compass Field Wednesday on the campus of UAB.
The BBVA Compass Field stadium expansion includes a state-of-the-art 4,000-seat grandstand, along with a permanent concessions stand, bathrooms and ticket office. An additional 40x20 video board will also be added to enhance the fan experience.
When complete, the expansion will give BBVA Compass Field a maximum capacity of nearly 6,000, and both UAB men's and women's soccer and the Legion FC will call BBVA Compass Field home. The expected date of completion is March 2019.
At Wednesday's celebration, UAB President Ray Watts, UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram, BBVA Compass President and CEO Onur Genç, BBVA Compass Birmingham Market CEO Andrea Smith and Legion FC President Jay Heaps commented on the excitement surrounding the project and the future of soccer in Birmingham.
Following the remarks, members from UAB, Legion FC and BBVA Compass participated in a ceremonial first dig to commemorate the partnership of expanding the new stadium. The three partners then hosted a youth clinic for Glen Iris Elementary to conclude the day.
Tickets to UAB men's and women's soccer games for the 2018-19 season are available by calling 205-975-UAB1, while a waiting list for Legion FC's 2019 season can be obtained by clicking here.
For more information on UAB men's and women's soccer and the Birmingham Legion, follow (@UAB_MSOC), (@UAB_WSOC) and (@bhmlegion) on Twitter and Instagram.
QUOTES:
UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram:
"These renovations are going to make our venue one of the best on-campus soccer stadiums in the country and we can't thank BBVA Compass and Legion FC enough for helping support this project. This partnership gives us 20 additional opportunities to have the city of Birmingham and surrounding area on our campus to witness first-hand the transformations that are taking place within UAB Athletics and the University as a whole."
BBVA Compass President and CEO Onur Genc:
"When we committed our gift to BBVA Compass Field, we had hoped the pitch would become a gathering place that showcased UAB's importance to Birmingham's culture and community. Today, that importance has been cemented with the groundbreaking for the Field's expansion, which will feature one of the world's most popular sports at both the collegiate and professional level. We are proud to have our name associated with this investment in the community, and proud of the opportunity it has provided Birmingham."
Birmingham Legion FC President Jay Heaps:
Birmingham Legion FC is excited to be a partner in the renovation of the BBVA Compass Field on UAB's campus. We truly believe this will be a staple of our great community and a great venue to enjoy professional soccer. Together, the citizens of the Magic City, UAB, BBVA Compass and Legion FC will continue to build a better Birmingham. Hammer Down!"
The BBVA Compass Field stadium expansion includes a state-of-the-art 4,000-seat grandstand, along with a permanent concessions stand, bathrooms and ticket office. An additional 40x20 video board will also be added to enhance the fan experience.
When complete, the expansion will give BBVA Compass Field a maximum capacity of nearly 6,000, and both UAB men's and women's soccer and the Legion FC will call BBVA Compass Field home. The expected date of completion is March 2019.
At Wednesday's celebration, UAB President Ray Watts, UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram, BBVA Compass President and CEO Onur Genç, BBVA Compass Birmingham Market CEO Andrea Smith and Legion FC President Jay Heaps commented on the excitement surrounding the project and the future of soccer in Birmingham.
Following the remarks, members from UAB, Legion FC and BBVA Compass participated in a ceremonial first dig to commemorate the partnership of expanding the new stadium. The three partners then hosted a youth clinic for Glen Iris Elementary to conclude the day.
Tickets to UAB men's and women's soccer games for the 2018-19 season are available by calling 205-975-UAB1, while a waiting list for Legion FC's 2019 season can be obtained by clicking here.
For more information on UAB men's and women's soccer and the Birmingham Legion, follow (@UAB_MSOC), (@UAB_WSOC) and (@bhmlegion) on Twitter and Instagram.
QUOTES:
UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram:
"These renovations are going to make our venue one of the best on-campus soccer stadiums in the country and we can't thank BBVA Compass and Legion FC enough for helping support this project. This partnership gives us 20 additional opportunities to have the city of Birmingham and surrounding area on our campus to witness first-hand the transformations that are taking place within UAB Athletics and the University as a whole."
BBVA Compass President and CEO Onur Genc:
"When we committed our gift to BBVA Compass Field, we had hoped the pitch would become a gathering place that showcased UAB's importance to Birmingham's culture and community. Today, that importance has been cemented with the groundbreaking for the Field's expansion, which will feature one of the world's most popular sports at both the collegiate and professional level. We are proud to have our name associated with this investment in the community, and proud of the opportunity it has provided Birmingham."
Birmingham Legion FC President Jay Heaps:
Birmingham Legion FC is excited to be a partner in the renovation of the BBVA Compass Field on UAB's campus. We truly believe this will be a staple of our great community and a great venue to enjoy professional soccer. Together, the citizens of the Magic City, UAB, BBVA Compass and Legion FC will continue to build a better Birmingham. Hammer Down!"
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