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Lincoln
Financial Field
Philadelphia, PA
Lincoln Financial Field, home of
both the Philadelphia Eagles and Temple Owls is the one the newest
football stadiums in the country. In the late 1990’s the Eagles
proposed that a new football only facility be built adjacent to their
current home Veterans Stadium. The Eagles, the Philadelphia Phillies (MLB),
and Temple Owls who also shared Veterans Stadium were tired of playing
at the multipurpose facility. For many years the stadium had been
considered the worst venue in the league. After financing packages
were completed in 2000, construction began in April of 2001. In June
2002, Lincoln Financial Group, a financial services firm agreed to pay
$139.6 million for the naming rights. A partnership with the
Philadelphia Eagles allowed the Temple Owls to play at the new
facility.
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The Temple Owls played their first game at Lincoln Financial
Field on September 8, 2003. The 66,000 seat stadium is located at 11th
Street and Pattison Ave. The stadium looks similar to other NFL
stadiums that have been completed in past years. Nearly two-thirds of
the seats are located on the sidelines, and are 60 feet from the
field. Two three tier grandstands of seats are located on both sides
of the gridiron. Two tier sections of seats are located beyond the
endzones. The stadium features three open plaza corners for views of
the city and into the stadium.
The exterior of the stadium has a
pair of wing-like coverings over the upper deck. These wings form some
protection from the elements for some fans and serve to focus stadium
noise back towards the field, enhancing the game experience. Two 27ft.
by 96ft. video boards are located between the lower and upper decks in
the endzones. A number of amenities are at Lincoln Financial Field
including 117 luxury suites, 9,000 club seats, a 100,00 square foot
fan oriented plaza, and a team store. The Temple Owls hope to have
many successful years at their new home. |
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OWL TIDBITS |
LINCOLN FINANCIAL FIELD PICTURES |
Famous Players: Raheem Brock, Larry Chester
School Traditions: Diamond Gems Dance Team |

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