RAC renovation
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The major renovation at Indiana's Assembly Hall took more than a year. The Hoosiers continued to play at the venue. As you would expect, RU has conferred with its conference mate regarding the expansion.
https://cpf.iu.edu/capital-projects/projects/major-renovation/assembly-hall-renovation.html
https://www.indystar.com/story/spor...sembly-hall-simon-skjodt-renovation/82469304/
https://www.indystar.com/story/spor...novation-will-require-patience-fans/25432115/
https://cpf.iu.edu/capital-projects/projects/major-renovation/assembly-hall-renovation.html
https://www.indystar.com/story/spor...sembly-hall-simon-skjodt-renovation/82469304/
https://www.indystar.com/story/spor...novation-will-require-patience-fans/25432115/
It’s bigger than basketball man
Again, those are teams that are the second and third fiddle in their states, and will never have a chance of coming close to overtaking the top dogs.
I ask again, wof Duke, Carolina, Kentucky, Kansas, etc. any of those teams with any of those I caught it when he was ever do this? The Rac is not on that level, but it is an awesome HomeCourt advantage and is certainly revered throughout college basketball. Again in my opinion it would be a huge mistake to be doing this
This is in Arena with twice a capacity of Rutors, and they still managed to play there during the renovation. It can be done and in my opinion will be done the way Indiana did it
In fairness Rutgers, and about 90% of colleges, also don't have a chance of coming close to matching the support those schools have.
This should fit the criteria for everyone complaining about what big time programs do. UCLA, you know the school with 11 national titles and a billion Final Fours, all americans, etc closed the fabled Pauley Pavilion for renovations and the Bruins played their games off campus.
Modernizing a historic sports venue presents a unique challenge—the need to upgrade a structure without losing its essential character.https://www.nbbj.com/work/pauley-pavilion-renovation-and-expansion
Yeah this is probably the closest comparison to Jersey Mike's in terms of age and needed modifications. Improved entry, more concession stands and bathrooms, and adding luxury boxes.
All this board does is discuss other options. No one is ever happy and everyone is always worried. I was exaggerating in my initial post and being dramatic to make a point.
Just a point about the extent of the renovations. When Richie interviewed Hobbs a few months ago, Hobbs said that when they renovate the RAC, they want the concourse to form a completed circle around the court (like in most arenas). He also acknowledged the need for more bathrooms.
I don't know how/if the above impacts the length of time needed to complete all renovations -- which will also presumably include an expanded Section 118, plus luxury suites at center court and probably in the glass offices above the current lobby -- but thought I would mention.
I don't know how/if the above impacts the length of time needed to complete all renovations -- which will also presumably include an expanded Section 118, plus luxury suites at center court and probably in the glass offices above the current lobby -- but thought I would mention.
I was thinking the renovation of Cal’s arena. Seems like RU. Did Cincy still play in their arena while it was being renovated?
Post #204 above shows that Indiana played an entire basketball season in their home arena while the arena was under the same kind of construction as ours, PLUS, they replaced seats (which we won’t do). All I am saying is it’s doable to play at the RAC. And I also believe that playing the season at the RAC is the safer, more reasonable choice.
I am happy. I am not worried. I am not panicked. I am just saying playing the season at home is viable option, and the Indiana post with three links to the project proves that. Whatever Rutgers leadership does, I sincerely hope it works out well, no matter what their decision is.
Go Knights!
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I understand that, I have szn tickets too, I am asking where do you sit at $125 per seat. My cost is 75 a seat and I have pretty good seats, so you are either 118 or courtside.
I remain hopeful that we will not have to be displaced for a year.
However….if it needs to be done, there seems to be a fair amount of concern about current season ticket holders from south Jersey making games at the Rock, and folks in the north making it to Trenton/Princeton.
I wonder what that number would be compared to the number of current season ticket holders who wouldn’t be able to get a seat in every game at the Barn?
Assuming some amount of STHs won’t be able to make every game in either scenario…? Both would be negative attendance numbers but how
Much more negative would the numbers be if we had games at the barn?
If we are kicked out for a year, and I really don’t want that….
We should seriously explore a rotational or lottery system at the Barn, at least for weekday games (when commute is tougher). Then do something for those who are interested but not their turn for weekday game like viewing party for example at Scott Hall or something. Create a special season where many of us have not had the opportunity to watch a game at the Barn and then consolation prize as a nostalgic trip down memory lane going inside an academic building and getting to watch a game.
Not to mention the better access to George Street, Easton and the new buildings in college ave/train station pregame.
It would be a special season.
I’m equidistant from Newark and Princeton, so…me dual igual …there but I’d give up the chance to watch every game in person for a season for the chance to watch 1/2 at the barn.
Or maybe a hybrid approach. All week day games at Barn (Better for athletes and commuters) and weekend games elsewhere (ie The Rock). Only have to rotate some of your weekday games.
Not sure who else feels that way.
However….if it needs to be done, there seems to be a fair amount of concern about current season ticket holders from south Jersey making games at the Rock, and folks in the north making it to Trenton/Princeton.
I wonder what that number would be compared to the number of current season ticket holders who wouldn’t be able to get a seat in every game at the Barn?
Assuming some amount of STHs won’t be able to make every game in either scenario…? Both would be negative attendance numbers but how
Much more negative would the numbers be if we had games at the barn?
If we are kicked out for a year, and I really don’t want that….
We should seriously explore a rotational or lottery system at the Barn, at least for weekday games (when commute is tougher). Then do something for those who are interested but not their turn for weekday game like viewing party for example at Scott Hall or something. Create a special season where many of us have not had the opportunity to watch a game at the Barn and then consolation prize as a nostalgic trip down memory lane going inside an academic building and getting to watch a game.
Not to mention the better access to George Street, Easton and the new buildings in college ave/train station pregame.
It would be a special season.
I’m equidistant from Newark and Princeton, so…me dual igual …there but I’d give up the chance to watch every game in person for a season for the chance to watch 1/2 at the barn.
Or maybe a hybrid approach. All week day games at Barn (Better for athletes and commuters) and weekend games elsewhere (ie The Rock). Only have to rotate some of your weekday games.
Not sure who else feels that way.
Hey Softee. What did I post that triggered your ignorant “ surburban anti Newark rhetoric , got it “ comment?
Pete seems to have his own agenda and becomes blinded by the light because any differing thought than what he believes becomes an issue to him. See above.
Your post was dramatic. In writing it is difficult to discern scarcasm. All good. We have options and it’s prudent to discuss. Happy 4th!
Try reading the entire thread next time and figure out to behave correctly. Only one triggered individual here and it ain’t me. I’m not afraid of big, bad Newark.Hey Softee. What did I post that triggered your ignorant “ surburban anti Newark rhetoric , got it “ comment?
Pete seems to have his own agenda and becomes blinded by the light because any differing thought than what he believes becomes an issue to him. See above.
Will they give season ticket holders an option to opt out and still tetain their RAC seats..would make sense
1766 brought that up. I would still try to go, but I know others may not. Hopefully it doesn’t come to that.
There's no other option. Can't force them to go to another stadium and come back and say you're SOL
Ok Softee. For your sake and those of others including myself - I hope our cars dont break down in Newark or the surrounding areas or you don’t get harassed at Newark Penn Station or
from the stench at Newark Penn Station or enjoy paying $30 to park or dealing with traffic at 5:30- 6pm trying to make a 630 game at the Rock. I don’t worry about these things in the suburbs or in Piscataway.By the way, are you the director of tourism for Newark ? Have no idea why you re so vested in this topic.
Learn to respect opinions of others even if you disagree !
By the way, 9 people shot in Newark earlier tonight !
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NJ Basketball Tourney a no brainer. So many teams to make even an 8 team tourney. They could play a round up north, a round in Trenton, and a round in AC.
and we could play for a Giant Taylor Ham/Pork Roll Trophy! How Jersey would that be ?!?!
There are probably financial savings from doing it with the building closed. Figure you can get it one quicker with less concern for safety if you dont have to keep the building open. Given labor costs especically in NJ, shaving weeks or months off the project could be a big money saver.
It's actually pretty pathetic, but they're only speaking for themselves. I can't wait for the much-needed and lonnnng overdue improvements.
One plan I saw pulled the offices forward above where the handicap section was and added seats in that section too
Two of you in the pathetic looking half empty airport bar vs hundreds of the most loyal fans in the RAC. Gotcha! Your comfort is of the utmost importance. I wouldn’t mess with the footprint and home court advantage. That’s just me.
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First, welcome back, derleider. Keep posting!
Absolutely. There are pros and cons to both approaches. The slightly lower construction cost if the RAC is closed is offset to some level of the cost to rent another facility, plus the cost of some fans and students who will choose to not go to home games at a facility that is not convenient.
And where the hell have you been?!? Had to check that someone hadn't bumped a thread from 2011