SJHornet
Active member
Boredom has gotten the best of me. Even with football being almost a month away, the summer doldrums are in full effect. So, with the PanAm games going on in metro Toronto, I got to thinking. The CFL Hamilton Tigercats recieved a new stadium, and the University of Toronto recieved new and upgraded facilities thanks to the games. I thought; why can't Sacramento apply for the games, and partner with Sacramento State? Yes, it's a crazy idea that has less than .001% chance of happening, but think of the benefits we could reap!
New or seriously upgraded Hornet Stadium. Opening ceremonies and athletics are the main event in these games, and we need a new facility. It could either be a large new stadium, or a small stadium with temporary bleachers for the event. Sacramento has hosted nationals, and proven we can support athletics events.
New arena/events center. The games have gymnastics, basketball and wrestling which all require large arenas. The Golden 1 will be a nice venue, but these massive events require at least two. Build it on campus, and Hornet basketball has a new beautiful home we've been waiting long and hard for!
Aquatics center. We don't have swimming or diving, but think of how cool it would be if we did! At least our students could use it for recreational purposes if anything.
Athletes village that become our new dormitories. More on-campus housing means more involved students who might actually start attending games.
Aquatics. We already have this one taken care of
A new Republic Soccer stadium, and pre existing facilities in the greater Sacramento region take care of the rest. The games help lift the city's profile, and allow Sacramento State to have top-level facilities, allowing for better recruitment and image.
New or seriously upgraded Hornet Stadium. Opening ceremonies and athletics are the main event in these games, and we need a new facility. It could either be a large new stadium, or a small stadium with temporary bleachers for the event. Sacramento has hosted nationals, and proven we can support athletics events.
New arena/events center. The games have gymnastics, basketball and wrestling which all require large arenas. The Golden 1 will be a nice venue, but these massive events require at least two. Build it on campus, and Hornet basketball has a new beautiful home we've been waiting long and hard for!
Aquatics center. We don't have swimming or diving, but think of how cool it would be if we did! At least our students could use it for recreational purposes if anything.
Athletes village that become our new dormitories. More on-campus housing means more involved students who might actually start attending games.
Aquatics. We already have this one taken care of
A new Republic Soccer stadium, and pre existing facilities in the greater Sacramento region take care of the rest. The games help lift the city's profile, and allow Sacramento State to have top-level facilities, allowing for better recruitment and image.
