ImAZipFan Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 player benches Those same player benches are still around to this day. They are at InfoCision stadium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zipmeister Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Those same player benches are still around to this day. They are at InfoCision stadium. OK, change player benches to lack of player benches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spin Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 http://www.akron.com/editions/Akron-Ohio-N...l.asp?aID=18578 Sounds to me like the U has priced the Big Dialer out of range for a LOT of potential events that could be held there. “We’ve had a lot of groups reach out to us,” he said. “We’re looking to having some high school football in there, and there will be some semi-pro teams that will play there, too. There are going to be some concerts and other types of sporting events, so we’re confident that it will be a venue with a lot of activity.” “We’re hoping for four or five months of renovation, and we’re probably going to extend that to seven or eight months, with some of the recent changes we made to the design,” said Mason. Among the renovations to the stadium: a new scoreboard, new seats and — one can expect — a new sign proclaiming the stadium’s corporate sponsor. (The Rubbermaid Bowl? The GOJO Bowl? The Swensons Galley Bowl?) Best of luck to them. If they (re)build it, I will come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spin Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 You know, if this renovation does happen, could Akron be in the running for OHSAA semi-finals and finals? They could hold the Division I, III, and V at the Dialer, and the II, IV, and VI at the renovated Rubber Bowl. Only five miles apart, they're closer than Paul Brown and Fawcett. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 You know, if this renovation does happen, could Akron be in the running for OHSAA semi-finals and finals? They could hold the Division I, III, and V at the Dialer, and the II, IV, and VI at the renovated Rubber Bowl. Only five miles apart, they're closer than Paul Brown and Fawcett. Dont think so. Canton or Columbus. I do not understand why the U doesnt submit a bid to host playoff games, however. We have no problem hosting multiple city games every week... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lance99 Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 Dont think so. Canton or Columbus. I do not understand why the U doesnt submit a bid to host playoff games, however. We have no problem hosting multiple city games every week... I think that they did already. Was passed over in favor of Massillion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 I think that they did already. Was passed over in favor of Massillion. So the OHSAA would rather have games played at Green (they host) instead of the Info? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spin Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 So the OHSAA would rather have games played at Green (they host) instead of the Info? Like I said in my first post, maybe it was the co$t? Why is the as-of-yet unrenovated RB getting all this interest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lance99 Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 Like I said in my first post, maybe it was the co$t? Why is the as-of-yet unrenovated RB getting all this interest? Seating capacity, it will look more attractive for them. They are probably thinking "if it is not a Massillion-McKinley playoff game, do we want empty seats at the Info and if that is the case, the Rubber Bowl might be a better option." If it is all about the $$$, I wonder how much is it to rent out the info? Even better question, is the university trying to keep all profits from concessions if they hold playoff games there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 So the OHSAA would rather have games played at Green (they host) instead of the Info? OHSAA is cheap. When Green hosts a game all they get is the parking concession. All the gate goes to OHSAA and they don't pay a rental fee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy5 Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 I still don't understand the lack of concerts/events at the Info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spin Posted February 24, 2013 Report Share Posted February 24, 2013 http://www.akron.com/editions/Akron-Ohio-N...l.asp?aID=18578 Sounds to me like the U has priced the Big Dialer out of range for a LOT of potential events that could be held there. “We’ve had a lot of groups reach out to us,” he said. “We’re looking to having some high school football in there, and there will be some semi-pro teams that will play there, too. There are going to be some concerts and other types of sporting events, so we’re confident that it will be a venue with a lot of activity.” Three words. I still have flashbacks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
footballzip Posted February 26, 2013 Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 Its nice to see that the Rubber Bowl will be brought back to life. It was always a fun place to play and watch a game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z.I.P. Posted February 27, 2013 Report Share Posted February 27, 2013 So the OHSAA would rather have games played at Green (they host) instead of the Info? Just out of curiosity, how many does Green's stadium seat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronfutbol Posted February 27, 2013 Report Share Posted February 27, 2013 I seriously hope they reconsider the name Fire. That's a awful name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted February 27, 2013 Report Share Posted February 27, 2013 Just out of curiosity, how many does Green's stadium seat? I think about 4k. The old stadium was replaced with an entirely new facility about 10 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue & Gold Posted February 27, 2013 Report Share Posted February 27, 2013 I think about 4k. The old stadium was replaced with an entirely new facility about 10 years ago. InfoCision Stadium, Part Deux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted March 1, 2013 Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 Suburbanite article on the new owner's and their plans. The Akron Fire has already picked out its head football coach. It will be Carl Crennel, nephew of former Cleveland Browns head coach Romeo Crennel. Carl played in the NFL for a few years before trying his hand at coaching like his uncle. The football operation president will be Anthony Griggs, someone who coached under Bill Parcells. Along with them will be a host of former NFL coaches and players to help advise them along the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zipmeister Posted March 1, 2013 Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 Suburbanite article on the new owner's and their plans. So Bill and Sean "carry themselves with quiet confidence," and a dangerous lack of local knowledge. "The duo has many other upgrades in mind. The oddly placed lights that restricted so many views over the years will be removed." No problem if all your events are scheduled during daylight. Otherwise, good luck on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 So Bill and Sean "carry themselves with quiet confidence," and a dangerous lack of local knowledge. "The duo has many other upgrades in mind. The oddly placed lights that restricted so many views over the years will be removed." No problem if all your events are scheduled during daylight. Otherwise, good luck on that. Lack of local knowledge? Did you read the article? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachTheZip Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Lack of local knowledge? Did you read the article? Do you have any idea how many people live around here that love to pretend that they live anywhere but here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zipmeister Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Lack of local knowledge? Did you read the article? Yes, I read the article. Do you know why the view-blocking lights are located where they are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue & Gold Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Yes, I read the article. Do you know why the view-blocking lights are located where they are? Actually, I grew up about five-minutes from the Rubber Bowl and have never heard exactly why the lightpoles are located where they are. Do enlighten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zipmeister Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Actually, I grew up about five-minutes from the Rubber Bowl and have never heard exactly why the lightpoles are located where they are. Do enlighten. Gladly, but first I need to hear L's answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Gladly, but first I need to hear L's answer. No idea. Never watched a game in the Rubber Bowl. Just think it is a safe bet that a guy who grew up in the town of the Rubber Bowl, and a guy who has lived in North Canton the past 10+ years would have plenty of local knowledge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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