Notre Dame Stadium Renovations: Latest Details, Drawings, Comments

Notre Dame Stadium will undergo renovations to revamp the historic venue, with an emphasis on modernity and video presentation.

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Notre Dame Announces Stadium Renovation Plans

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Only 11 days remain until the Fighting Irish kick off their 2015 football season in South Bend against Texas, but Notre Dame has indicated its football stadium will undergo upgrades in advance of the 2017 campaign.

According to Fox 28's James Fegan, Notre Dame will add a video board in the south end zone, a vantage point in the stands that's been criticized for being too far away from the action. That is the most notable change coming as the venue that opened in 1930 becomes more contemporary.

Athletic director Jack Swarbrick spoke about the impending changes, expected to be completed by August 2017, per ESPN's Matt Fortuna.

"We are confident the introduction of video will significantly improve enjoyment of every aspect of a game at Notre Dame Stadium—including the ability to support game-day introductions and presentations with video elements, additional opportunities to promote the University, plus replays," Swarbrick stated.

Dan Wolken of USA Today reacted to Tuesday's developments:

Video boards will be installed in other areas of the stadium beyond the big board going in the south end zone. The wooden benches are going to be replaced with vinyl-clad seats as well to make fans comfortable and likely enhance the game-going experience.

Other alterations to support that theme include renovations on restrooms and concession stands. The upper and lower concourses are to be enhanced along with the venue's sound system.

Tuesday's announcement falls in line with the recent push to update Notre Dame Stadium, which installed artificial turf a year ago. Until construction begins on these impending modifications, Irish fans will continue attending in droves to support one of college football's richest traditions.