USA today’s top 10 sports venues
USA today’s top 10 sports venues. Much recent discussion has focused on the top athletic events of the past 12 months. A Super Bowl in 2008? Wimbledon? Some of the greatest competitions ever held took place in some of the most magnificent and historic settings.
Here are the top 10 American sports arenas:
1. Yankee Stadium
Not only is “The House that Ruth Built” the greatest sports facility in the United States, but it is also on its last legs. The ancient, legendary Yankee Stadium will be demolished in 2009.
Legendary baseball players such as Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Lou Gehrig, and Joe DiMaggio have all graced this field. But baseball at Yankee Stadium is just the tip of the iceberg. The legendary Johnny Unitas and Jim Brown have both played in games at Yankee Stadium.
Many of the greatest athletes of all time have graced this field and called this arena home. This baseball diamond is legendary and steeped in history.
2. Lambeau Field
When it comes to professional football, Lambeau Field is without question the best stadium in the country. The Field, which was dedicated in 1965 and named for the great Curly Lambeau, is widely considered to be among the greatest football venues in history.
The term “Lambeau Leap” was first used at this magnificent stadium. In 2007, Lambeau Field was voted “the best game-day experience and fan environment” in a Sports Illustrated online poll.
3. Augusta National
Augusta National, site of the PGA’s major “The Masters” since 1934, is often considered to be the greatest golf course in history. Augusta has a long and illustrious history and is widely regarded as the most prestigious golf course in the world.
Prominent golfers including Byron Nelson, Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods have all tested their skills on the lightning-fast greens of Augusta National.
4. Wrigley Field
Even though the Cubs have been historically awful for a century, this stadium is still a strong contender for the title of greatest athletic arena ever.
Built-in 1914 as Weeghman Park, Wrigley Field is now a famous Chicago landmark. Recent discussions on whether or not to sell the Wrigley Field name have brought out the best in Cubs fans. Multiple groups advocating for Wrigley’s success have emerged.
5. Cameron Indoor Stadium
Everyone has strong feelings about the Duke Blue Devils. Regardless of your personal feelings, you can’t deny the significance of this stadium’s long and storied past. The construction of the arena in 1940 cost $400,000 USD. Despite the fact that there were no air conditioners installed until 2002, the stadium has a rich history.
The stadium’s devoted audience has become renowned in its own right. Cameron has been called “the toughest road game in the nation” by USA Today. With only 23 defeats in the last 300 games at Cameron, Duke enjoys a remarkable winning percentage.
6. Fenway Park, Boston
Some of the most devoted baseball fans in the world may be found in Boston. In the early 2000s, the owners considered constructing a replica park to serve as a replacement for Fenway, but they were thwarted by a number of advocacy groups.
The “Green Monster” left-field wall has witnessed and been played on by many legendary baseball players. Fenway Park has hosted the likes of Ted Williams, Babe Ruth, and Satchel Paige.
7. Daytona International Speedway
Similarly to how Churchill Downs is the undisputed champion of horse racing, Daytona International Speedway is the undisputed champion of NASCAR. Once William France Sr. established the track in 1947, it became known as the “Super Bowl” of auto racing.
There are numerous types of racing held at Daytona currently, including ARCA and AMA, but NASCAR is the most popular. The Daytona 500 is the most famous of seven yearly NASCAR races held there.
8. Churchill Downs
The first horse race was held in Churchill Downs, so to speak. As the site of the annual Kentucky Derby, it captures the attention of even the most casual sports enthusiast.
This route was officially recognised as a “National Historic Landmark” in 1986 due to its rich history that dates back to Meriwether Lewis Clark, Jr.
9. Michigan Stadium
At this level, college football is at its grandest. The Big House, a nickname for Ohio State’s football stadium, once held 112,118 fans for a game against the rival and loathed Ohio State Buckeyes.
In 1927, $950,000 was spent on the construction of Michigan Stadium. Originally designed to hold 72,000 people, the building was built in just seven weeks. Now, this venue is among the top spots worldwide for football fans.
10. Madison Square Garden
Despite the fact that the Knicks, who play home games in the Garden, are suffering right now, the history and heritage of the stadium cannot be denied.
The Garden has undergone extensive renovations since its original erection in 1879. It now can house 19,763 people for basketball games, but less for the other activities at the stadium.
MSG is now considered home to the NHL Rangers, NBA Knicks, and WNBA Liberty. More than a few things have happened in the Garden over the years.