PURPLE & GRAY TURF COMING TO ESTES STADIUM

[JoshUCA]

PURPLE & GRAY TURF COMING TO ESTES STADIUM (http://www.ucasports.com/news/2011/4/1/FB_0401113911.aspx)

http://www.ucasports.com/images/2011/4/1/rp_primary_Central_Arkansas_Turf1-web.jpg

Not an April Fools joke!

[Purple Pride]

"The installation, which will begin shortly after the completion of the Bears’ spring practice schedule, is scheduled to take approximately 45 days – putting it on pace to be finished over the summer, in time for the Bears to go through their entire fall camp on the surface."

[dbackjon]

Looks good!

Purple Bears rule!

[CFBfan]

Looks good!

Purple Bears rule!

C'mon man!!! this is awful !! what a terrible trend.....blue fields, red fields now purple/gray field. IMHO this is absurd!!

[TexasTerror]

Awful job UCA...

LSU used this one last year - http://www.lsusports.net/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=5200&ATCLID=204919830

[BEAR]

Awful job UCA...

LSU used this one last year - http://www.lsusports.net/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=5200&ATCLID=204919830

I'm a fan of grass but none of our coference foes have that do they? Hey, the basketball went orange eventually...xlolx

[100%GRIZ]

It is out of control now - never going back unfortunately!

[sikolec]

Hilarious! It actually looks better then LSU's take from last April Fools.

[Blueandwhitefightfight]

omg that is so ugly. No offense to the Bears. There should be a 15 yard personal foul penalty on every play due to how ugly and offensive that looks though.

[JoshUCA]

No Joke: UCA Announces Plans For Purple and Gray Field At Estes Stadium (http://www.arkansassports360.com/24378/no-joke-uca-announces-plans-for-purple-and-gray-field-at-estes-stadium)


Nope. This is not an April Fool’s Day stunt.

UCA is replacing its traditional football turf with alternating gray and purple stripes. It’s one of a number of upgrades to the Bears’ facilities and easily the most eye-catching one.

Steve East, the school’s AD for media relations, said the timing of the announcement has led to some skepticism, but it is “legit.” This particular design was one of about 10 variations considered and was approved by coaches, players, boosters and administrators.

[MaximumBobcat]

Sweet Fancy Moses.

[TheBisonator]

It can't be as bad as this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v199/SmileyBoy/BisonField.jpg

(NOTE: I drew this)

[sikolec]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWVOALYqqMk

At least your Athletic Department likes to have some fun...


...even made it on Yahoo Homepage:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/blog/dr_saturday/post/Central-Arkansas-takes-the-colorful-turf-trend-t?urn=ncaaf-wp497

[Big Dawg]

Actually, it's not that bad...it's not too bright and the color scheme is pretty decent.

[BEAR]

I think that was the idea. They wanted to be "different' but no use bold colors that would make it look gaudy. It will look clean when it's finished.


Oh, by the way, NDSU...that is scary.......LOL

[jmufan999]

THIS. MUST. STOP.

sorry, i know you guys are probably excited about having something different from most teams, but this stuff is getting out of control. i will agree it's not as painful to look at as EWU's, but i really thought it was cool when Boise State had something unique. what's next? putting in one of those "hidden image" pictures that were popular about 15 years ago on the field? this is absurd. i'm not ripping on any of you PERSONALLY, it's not your fault... but i'm really getting sick of these things.

[WestCoastAggie]

I actually think this will be a pretty looking field that will not be rough on the eyes.

[Hood]

I like it. Might actually make a trip to Conway now just to see it in person.

[BEAR]

I actually think this will be a pretty looking field that will not be rough on the eyes.

Actually you are right. The color scheme will NOT be bright and bold. Looking at it on Hi-Def computer monitors only over-emphasizes the colors. It will actually be a toned down field in person. TVs of course will highlight the colors, but so much less than a Boise etc.. It'll look nice...I can't wait! LOL.

[ThompsonThe]

Didn't the NCAA pass a rule against this kind of field recently?

[jmufan999]

Didn't the NCAA pass a rule against this kind of field recently?

i believe that was just a rumor.

[R3TRO]

I don't mind it. I feel like this is going to be happening more and more.. so kudos to UCA for being ahead of the curve.

[EdubAlum]

Looks good. In 20 years most fields will not be green I think.

[Redhawk2010]

Didn't the NCAA pass a rule against this kind of field recently?

I believe the NFL did..

[Za-KEE-uS]

I like it, I the only thing I don't like about these fields is how players kinds blend into the grass (I'm talking to you Boise St in all blue unis smh) but that is a nice contrast.

[DG Cowboy]

I believe the John McEnroe quote was, "You cannot be -------!"

[bojeta]

I have no problem with the new colored fields going in. Whatever excites the team and local fans is all good. I'm just a little concerned, especially when an alternating pattern like this is installed. Has anyone done a study to see if the pattern can effect play? Does it give an unfair advantage to the team that gets to practice there and gets used to the visual noise? Does it have no effect all? I really have no clue. Anyone else?

[bojeta]

OK.... Since this looks like the trend....and you have to be different... here's my design for Cal Poly's field (don't think they're planning on abandoning real turf):
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v455/bojeta/College%20Sports/Cal-Poly-GG-fieldweb.jpg

[TheDancinMonarch]

Didn't the NCAA pass a rule against this kind of field recently?

Somebody should.

[bluehenbillk]

Didn't the NCAA pass a rule against this kind of field recently?

Bingo! And the answer is yes, shocked that it took 20 posts for someone to realize that.

[Purple Pride]

Bingo! And the answer is yes, shocked that it took 20 posts for someone to realize that.

You're wrong.

There is no NCAA rule saying what color turfs have to be.

[UAalum72]

You're wrong.

There is no NCAA rule saying what color turfs have to be.

Here is the NCAA rule regarding Field of Play…

1.1 Dimensions

1.1.1 The field of play shall be rectangular, the width of which shall not exceed the length.

1.1.2 The width shall not be more than 80 yards [73.15m] nor less than 65 yards [59.44m] and the length shall not be more than 120 yards [109.73m] nor less than 110 yards [100.58m]; however, fields of less than minimal dimensions may be used by prior written mutual consent of the competing institutions. The optimum size is 75 yards [68.58m] by 120 yards [109.73m].

New facilities shall be a minimum of 70 yards [64.01m] in width by 115 yards [105.15m] in length.

It is the responsibility of the home team to notify the visiting team, before the date of the game, of any changes in field dimensions (e.g., greater or lesser than minimal requirements), playing surface (e.g., from
grass to artificial or vice versa) or location of the playing site. Further, it is recommended that teams agree on field dimensions before confirming contests or signing game contracts

You realize those are soccer field dimensions, don't you? American football fields are 160 X 360 feet (53 1/3 x 120 yards).

[Redhawk2010]

Bingo! And the answer is yes, shocked that it took 20 posts for someone to realize that.

Can you show us the rule? A quick google search tells me the NCAA does NOT have one.

The NFL did recently pass one. USA Today: http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2011/03/nfl-no-boise-state-like-blue-field-allowed/1?csp=34sports

[BEAR]

You realize those are soccer field dimensions, don't you? American football fields are 160 X 360 feet (53 1/3 x 120 yards).

I was scratching my head on those dimensions when I first read that. LOL.

[bluehenbillk]

My mistake, it was the NFL, not the NCAA, that said all fields must only be green.

[T-Dog]

UCA's math department isn't looking so good.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f271/tdog231x/ucamath.jpg

[JoshUCA]

UCA's math department isn't looking so good.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f271/tdog231x/ucamath.jpg

LOL!! I didn't even notice that!

[Redhawk2010]

UCA's math department isn't looking so good.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f271/tdog231x/ucamath.jpg

I had to plug it into the calculator to find the error ;)

[EdubAlum]

UCA's math department isn't looking so good.

haha that is hilarious!

[UCABEARS75]

I have an accounting degree from UCA. The should have sent that to me and given me a couple of days and I would have found that $.03 using my trusty "footer".

[BEAR]

That's actually mathematically correct (with some alteration). I called up Dr. Teague and gave him my two cents on the issue and told him I'd give him a penny for his thoughts.

[Screamin_Eagle174]

Bingo! And the answer is yes, shocked that it took 20 posts for someone to realize that.

xlolx epic fail.

[BEAR]

Well, today was the last day of natural grass at Estes Stadium. :.( Construction will commence now that the spring Purple/Gray game is finished. Onto the striped beast...

[BEAR]

I'll be posting pictures of the progress as many of you have done when your fields were getting rennovated.

[BEAR]

Stopped by today. End zones are getting stripped. The grass is getting transplanted to the softball stand areas where the grass needed replacing. Way to go green UCA! Recycle. Reuse!

[bojeta]

Read the other day that San Diego State's new coach is complaining that Boise State's field gives them an unfair advantage. Something about the blue uniforms on the blue field....., but doesn't that beg the question; does every team with green uniforms have an unfair advantage??? LOL!!

[BEAR]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/228011_10150165400114032_613049031_6651889_7360897 _n.jpg

[aust42]

The NFL has proposed a new rule that bans NFL fields from being any other color than green. It's the only rule change I agree with in the last few years since Roger Goofall became the commissioner.

[Purple Pride]

Well, good for the NFL. Doesn't have squat to do with us, though.

[BEAR]

It's now live on the net: You can watch the construction as it happens! xlolx

http://www.ucagameday.com/livevideo/?pp=UCAGameday

[BEAR]

For those of you who enjoy big trucks moving mounds of dirt..
http://www.ucagameday.com/livevideo/?pp=UCAGameday

[SideLine Shooter]

That is worse than that red field somebody has.

[BEAR]

Even through the tornadoes and high winds..you can now see the purple and gray field FINALLY being laid. I'll update this as the work progresses. I'm sure everyone wants to know..xlolx See it live below! xlolx

http://www.ucagameday.com/livevideo/?pp=UCAGameday

[polsongrizz]

Looks good!

Purple Bears rule!

Sorry Jon, this is just getting out of control and should be stopped NOW.

[Screamin_Eagle174]

Sorry Jon, this is just getting out of control and should be stopped NOW.

I'd bet dollars to donuts that if we hadn't gone undefeated on the turf and made the noise we did in the playoffs last year, UCA would've gone green.



You're all welcome. xlolx xlolx xlolx

[Purple Pride]

Turf is down

[JMUNJ08]

Turf is down

Where are all the pics with multiple angles so we can feel it?

[BEAR]

Where are all the pics with multiple angles so we can feel it?

Coming today. I'm heading out that way in a few minutes to get multiple shots. LOL

[JoshUCA]

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/252732_10150182424116580_111051716579_7446132_3925 751_n.jpg
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http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/248757_10150182424446580_111051716579_7446138_2011 376_n.jpg
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Images from: UCA Athletics Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150182424101580.307876.111051716579#!/ucasports)

[Skjellyfetti]

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x36/an3m6x/surprised.gif

[cannonballgsu]

Honestly I despise colored turff, but considering that the colors alternate makes it a LOT more bearable.

I would rate the colored turff in this order:

Purp/Gray
Red
Smurf Turff

[polsongrizz]

Honestly I despise colored turff, but considering that the colors alternate makes it a LOT more bearable.

I would rate the colored turff in this order:

Purp/Gray
Red
Smurf Turff

I would rate them this way...:pumpuke:

[Screamin_Eagle174]

I would rate them this way...:pumpuke:

You know you love the Ginger Red, you soulless bastard! xnodx

[Twentysix]

PURPLE & GRAY TURF COMING TO ESTES STADIUM (http://www.ucasports.com/news/2011/4/1/FB_0401113911.aspx)

http://www.ucasports.com/images/2011/4/1/rp_primary_Central_Arkansas_Turf1-web.jpg

Not an April Fools joke!

The paint image in the original post looks way better than the real thing. :S

Maybe the logo will help the grey grey portion in the middle.

[Twentysix]

It can't be as bad as this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v199/SmileyBoy/BisonField.jpg

(NOTE: I drew this)

Your missing two 45 yard long FARGODOME logos.

[polsongrizz]

You know you love the Ginger Red, you soulless bastard! xnodx

I like that part, makes me feel good about myself...xcoolx

[kalm]

I like that part, makes me feel good about myself...xcoolx

I try to read your posts but find myself somehow distracted and doing this a lot. xnodx

[polsongrizz]

I try to read your posts but find myself somehow distracted and doing this a lot. xnodx
It has been known to happen...

[T-Dog]

If colored fields started 40 years ago, then it would be respected tradition today.

[darell1976]

It can't be as bad as this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v199/SmileyBoy/BisonField.jpg

(NOTE: I drew this)

Actually take away the yellow field it doesn't look bad with the big logo in the middle and the NDSU Bison in the endzone...better than that stupid pinwheel thing they have now. But I suppose since Fargo owns the dome it would have to go through a lot of channels to "Bison up" the dome.

[darell1976]

UND's color turf is done.xlolx

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y178/darell1976/aleruscenter.jpg

[JMUNJ08]

Field looks pretty bold (not blood red at least). Let's see how the players look on it and see if it is distracting at all.

[Hood]

Looking good Bear fans. Might have to see this in person.

[Purple Pride]

Yeah, it's lookin pretty sweet now that the hashmarks are going down. Really gonna pop with the logos!!!

[TexasTerror]

The pub keeps rolling in...

http://eye-on-collegefootball.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/24156338/29748587

[JoshUCA]

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/250582_10150186550331580_111051716579_7483942_3756 855_n.jpg
http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/248571_10150187335001580_111051716579_7490733_6533 809_n.jpg
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/247186_10150187334946580_111051716579_7490732_6121 067_n.jpg

[DG Cowboy]

Thanks, I think.

[BEAR]

Behind the visitor stands they are building the new "Bear" Hall with skyboxes! Those should be done in 2012.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/251445_10150196733744032_613049031_6925974_1551504 _n.jpg

http://www.ucasports.com/images/2010/12/17/small_Skyboxes1.jpg

[Smitty]

Just hope that they never leave the Southland conference because those are permanent on your field.

[BEAR]

Just hope that they never leave the Southland conference because those are permanent on your field.

Um..no they're not. It's almost like carpeting..a simple knife can cut it out. I watched them lay it down one day. It shouldn't be that difficult to remove. But honestly I don't see UCA moving conferences before the next decade. LOL.

[TheBisonator]

Will UCA hand out free doobies to the people in the crowd as a "visual enhancer"??

[BEAR]

Will UCA hand out free doobies to the people in the crowd as a "visual enhancer"??

Nah. But I bet the Doobie Brothers will play a halftime show there one day...LOL

[BEAR]

Field is nearly complete. Live camera view shows it. Nice. Different, but nice. I went out yesterday to take a look at it. Not really all that much of an eyesore in person. Guess it's something we'll all have to get used to. xlolx