Bart Wolstein

[Kangaroo Craig]

Last night I heard some very sad news regarding the passing of Bart Wolstein. Does anybody know what implications this will have on bringing MLS soccer to northeast Ohio? I know that there were some rumors floating around earlier this year that said that Mr. Wolstein had discussions with Mr. Thomas about a multi sport venue near the U of A that could double as a new field for the Zips. Of course we also heard that he was interested in building something in Boston Heights. That would be a big mistake! Wilma Smith said last night that Bart's oldest son was still pursuing this, but no confirmation.

[Charles_in_Charge]

Akron does not need to build a new stadium. Akron needs to win games.

[Zipsrifle]

And would you consider the Rubberbowl our Top Recruiting tool? I think a new stadium would do wonders.

[Charles_in_Charge]

Where do you get the money to pay for a new stadium?

[Guest Guest_SoFlaZip]

From all of the revneue generated from the MASSIVE butts in seats band wagon fan support and lucrative ADVERTISING dollars that follows a WINNING A$$ "high" VISIBILITY progam.

JUST WIN BABY!

SoFla

[Kangaroo Craig]

A good portion of the money would come from the Wolstien family who was going to pay for the new crib anyway. If UA could strike a deal with these guys and cover a third or even half of the cost, then everybody wins. The biggest issue here is whether or not the MLS would be willing to field a team in Akron instead of Cleveland. History says that Summit County will support it. Lets face it, the cavs should have never left Richfield.