The Texas stadium where fans arrive by boat
In short: While most football fans navigate heavy traffic, spectators at Waco's McLane Stadium can bypass the roads entirely. Situated on the north bank of the Brazos River, this venue offers a rare 'sailgating' experience, allowing fans to dock their boats at the adjacent Baylor Basin before the game.
McLane Stadium serves as the home for Baylor University's football program in Waco, Texas. The facility was established to replace the university's previous home, Floyd Casey Stadium. In December 2013, the venue's name was updated from Baylor Stadium to McLane Stadium to recognize Drayton McLane, Jr., a prominent business magnate and Baylor alumnus, whose lead gift anchored the stadium's construction fundraising campaign.
The stadium's architecture and amenities are designed for both high-capacity sporting events and community gatherings. The venue currently holds 50,223 spectators, though the design allows for an expansion to 55,000. Beyond football, the site is intended to host concerts and religious events, such as The Gathering, a local Palm Sunday church assembly. The interior features specialized spaces like the Baylor Club, which includes a ballroom with panoramic views of the Brazos River and the city of Waco.
Technological and structural details highlight the stadium's scale. As of April 2014, its south end zone featured a 5,029-square-foot high-definition LED video board, which was the 13th largest in college football at the time. The facility also includes 1,254 feet of ribbon displays and a 7,500-square-foot locker room shaped like a football, containing over 120 cherry wood lockers. To support modern fan engagement, the stadium provides free Wi-Fi to facilitate a dedicated mobile app for live streaming and statistics.
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