Transformational Renovation Project at
Lindsey Nelson Stadium
Tennessee Athletics Poised to Begin Major Renovations, Player Development Enhancements at
Lindsey Nelson Stadium
The interest and excitement surrounding our plans for the new-look Lindsey Nelson Stadium have been overwhelming. After seeking additional input from Vol Nation through our fan surveys, it was apparent that we needed to think even bigger. But one thing we’ve been strategic about throughout this process is ensuring that the final product provides our team with the most unique and tangible homefield advantage in college baseball. Our fans and students always make their presence felt—and we want to maximize their impact on winning ballgames.Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White
Through a multi-year construction process, Lindsey Nelson Stadium will transform into one of the premier college baseball venues in the country with world-class player development areas, a major capacity increase, wider concourses, more concession stands and restrooms and new luxurious premium-seating offerings.
First-Class Ballpark Experience …
The project’s guiding principle is to craft a first-class ballpark experience featuring innovative design solutions that inspire both fans and players to experience Tennessee baseball gamedays in new and exciting ways while simultaneously boosting the program’s ability to attract and retain elite student-athletes driven to succeed on and off the diamond.
Based on both fan feedback and construction market conditions, the project scope and budget has increased since last summer’s initial proposal. Multiple scope elements will ultimately assist in funding portions of the project’s growth.
- Projected seating capacity has grown to 7,600 (Seating 6,100 & Standing Room Only 1,500)
- New premium-seating amenities include an expanded MVP Room, a club level that seats close to 800 and multiple tiers of four-seat tabletop seating overlooking third base.
Plans also call for expanded concourse space and an increase in concessions locations and restrooms to accommodate the additional foot traffic.
The addition of an on-site kitchen also delivers the ability to significantly enhance concessions quality and variety for guests—venue-wide—throughout the season. The project will also provide upgrades to back of house and media areas.
Finally, two entry gates—including one specifically for student use—will be added to facilitate both the expanded long-term capacity as well as fan ingress and egress during the project’s phased construction.
Since arriving in Knoxville, our staff, in combination with the university’s support, have earmarked player development as priority number one. With these proposed renovations, our player development areas will go from some of the best in the country to a truly elite status. And this is only a portion of the extensive work that ultimately will result in a facility worthy of its fan base.Vols head coach and two-time National Coach of the Year Tony Vitello
Tennessee baseball fans that are interested in supporting the stadium project and/or contributing to the program’s baseball excellence fund can do so via the My All Campaign and the Shareholders Society.
*Premium seating options within Lindsey Nelson Stadium may involve a philanthropic capital investment. One-time capital gifts will increase donor rank and priority. If you would like more information on baseball premium seats, please email the Tennessee Fund at tnfund@utk.edu.
CONTACT US
To speak with a Tennessee Fund representative, please call (865) 974-1218 or send an email to tnfund@utk.edu
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the timeline for construction
Work is set to begin during the fall of 2023, with a multi-year construction timeline.
What is the estimated cost of the renovations
The current project budget stands at $95.8 million
When will ticketing information be released
Updated ticketing information will be released at a later time. 2024 tickets will begin renewals during the fall of 2023 and additional timelines will be communicated as they become available.
What if I am a current season ticket holder
Current season ticket holders will received information about the 2024 season in the fall of 2023.
I am interested in supporting the stadium project/baseball excellence fund
Tennessee baseball fans that are interested in supporting to stadium project and/or contributing to the program’s baseball excellence fund can email the Tennessee Fund at tnfund@utk.edu or call (865) 974-1218 for information.