Where would Miami Play if they left the OB?

[Brad]

The 70-year-old Orange Bowl is home to a University of Miami football team that is threatening to leave if Miami doesn't spend about $170 million to renovate the structure. The team is expected to make its decision in about 45 days.

-- Miami Herald

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/scorecard/03/12/truth.rumors.college/

It doesn't seem the people in Miami like to pay for any facilities (and good for them)...

[Apis Bull]

Maybe they'll move to San Antonio...  :

They really don't have much leverage here.

[JoeB]

Dolphins Stadium?  I know its a bit of a hike but at least the stadium is in good condition.  Or maybe they could share one with FAU or FIU.

[E.T.]

They have money, so I am sure they will just rent/lease at Dolphins Stadium . . .

[PitBull]

i think now is right about the right time to leave.. that program has definitely lost its luster, and the mystique of the OB is pretty much gone.

That being said, I dont think they'll build a stadium on campus.  There is NO ROOM on their campus and the ritzy citizens of coral gables would probably say no-- considering the traffic and noise that will come to their neighborhood.

in terms of getting their "own" stadium, i think they might be screwed.  the OB is as close as it will get.  the OB needs to be torn down, though.  it is pretty crappy and out of date.

[Joe]

They are currently working out a deal with Dolphins Stadium and will play there if the OB situation isn't worked out.

[Apis Bull]

If I lived in Miami, I'd tell them that they are on their own.

[Brad]

Is there a similar story of a college team demanding a city/government improve facilities?

[Joe]

USC tried, but ended up paying for a lot of it themselves.

Other than that, no. As we all saw in 2005 the OB isn't in good condition and does need a lot of work.

The problem is Miami's athletic department has no money, they could probably pay for the rennovations, but they're trying to stay strong. If Miami leaves the Orange Bowl, one of the most historic venues in the country quickly becomes deserted.

I think, in the end, there will be some type of deal worked out where Miami will pay for part and the city will pay for part. Leading the Marlins to jump town because the "U" got the money they wanted for a ball park.

By playing at Dolphins Stadium their already crappy attendance will only get worse.

[cygnus34]

NO, Joe by going to Dolphin stadium the attendance will get much better.  Most CANE fans are in Broward and Palm Beach counties and the drive will be much better and closer and with plenty of parking.  The fact that Dolphin Stadium is a PRO stadium andhas all the ammenities will not be lost on recruits either.

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-sphyde14mar14,0,4279407.column?coll=sfla-sports-front

Some fill in about the O.B. from guys at the CANE fans and coaches meeting in JAX.

http://mbd.scout.com/mb.aspx?s=13#S=13&F=2927&T=247480