Irish Field
| Full name | Irish Field |
|---|---|
| Location | Tempe, Arizona |
| Operator | Arizona State University |
| Surface | Grass |
| Construction | |
| Built | 1927 |
| Opened | 1927 |
| Closed | 1935 |
| Tenants | |
| Tempe Normal Owls (NCAA) | |
Irish Field served as the home to the Tempe Normal football team from 1927 to 1935 before being replaced by Goodwin Stadium in 1936.
History
Tempe Normal gained accreditation as a 4-year institute in 1925. It was quickly decided the football team would need a new larger home. In 1927 ground was broken on the new stadium. The stadium was named for Fred Irish who was the head coach of the team for its first 8 seasons. Irish Field was located where the current Memorial Union sits on campus.[1] Stadium lighting was added to Irish Field in 1930, allowing the team to play night games.[2]
References
- ^ Brad Denny. "100 Day Sun Devil Football Countdown To Kickoff, #59: The First Homes Of ASU Football". House of Sparky. Retrieved July 16, 2015.
- ^ ""Firsts" and Special Events in ASU History (1885 to 1989)". Arizona State University. Retrieved July 16, 2015.