re: It's a little early for the offseason threads, but what the heck...Facilities upgrades

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The University of Tennessee’s historic Neyland Stadium is set for a major improvement project.

Construction of the Populous-designed renovation will occur in three phases.

Phase one, which carries a $106 million cost, will address safety, functionality, and fan comfort. Narrow, dark corridors will be replaced with new concourses, featuring more restrooms and concession stands. Seating in the west lower bowl, which dates back to 1921, will be replaced with chairback seating with access to in-seat service.

Two new club opportunities will also be introduced during phase one. A South Field membership club will be located at field level, offering 1,350 patrons with premium food and beverage, private restrooms, and viewing platforms instead of seats in the bowl.

A West Field club will have many of the same amenities, but with lounge-style suite offerings. Additional phase-one upgrades, which are scheduled for completion by August 2019, include Wi-Fi improvement, utility upgrades, and the addition of a new kitchen and commissary space.

Phase two of the project will focus on premium spaces for recruits, improving parking and entrance experiences, the addition of 15 open-air suites on the stadium’s southwest side, and standing-room-only viewing patios.

The third and final phase will install two new video boards, address any necessary Wi-Fi improvements, and give the architecture a consistent appearance throughout the stadium.

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