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Rhodes Stadium - home of Elon Phoenix in Elon, North Carolina
NCAA FCS

Rhodes StadiumElon, North Carolina

Elon Phoenix

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Capacity
11,250
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Conference
CAA Football
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Opened
2001
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Surface
N/A

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📖About Rhodes Stadium

Rhodes Stadium opened in 2001, ending a 92-year "road trip" for Elon football which had played home games four miles from campus since 1949. The 11,250-seat stadium was designed by Ellerbe Becket with contoured seats positioned right on top of the action, hosting four FCS playoff appearances.

🏛️History

Origins

The stadium was built to finally bring Elon football back to campus after decades of playing at Burlington's Williams High School Memorial Stadium four miles away. Groundbreaking occurred on March 14, 2000, with a $13 million construction cost.

Major Renovations

2001Stadium opened on September 22 vs North Carolina A&T
2001Introduced new marching band "The Fire of the Carolinas"

Notable Moments

Sep 22, 2001Rhodes Stadium inaugural game vs North Carolina A&T
Nov 14, 2009Largest crowd in stadium history: 14,167 vs Appalachian State
2009, 2017, 2018, 2022Elon made FCS Playoffs four times

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Seats are contoured for comfort and positioned close to the field for an intimate atmosphere. The stadium design ensures good sightlines throughout.

Parking Tips

Tailgaters gather outside the venue before each home game. Parking available in lots near the stadium with easy access from campus.

Game Day

The Fire of the Carolinas marching band performs at each home game, providing excellent gameday atmosphere. Tailgating is popular with family and friends gathering before kickoff.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

The Fat Frogg Bar & Grill

$$

Known for their Frogg chips and gameday atmosphere.

📍 1 mile

💡 Popular with students and alumni on football Saturdays.

🍽️Restaurants

The Mark at Elon

$$$

Upscale American fare with locally sourced ingredients at The Inn at Elon.

📍 0.3 miles

💡 On-campus fine dining perfect for special occasions.

The Root

$$

Seasonal specials, big bowl salads, fried brussel sprouts, burgers and vegan fare.

📍 1 mile

💡 Popular downtown Elon spot with students. Try the island chicken.

TANGENT Eat + Bar

$$

Casual atmosphere with food and drink in downtown Elon.

📍 1 mile

🏨Hotels

The Inn at Elon

$$$

On-campus hotel featuring The Mark restaurant.

📍 0.3 miles

💡 Book months in advance for football weekends and graduation.

🎭Attractions

Downtown Elon

Free

Charming downtown with The Oak House coffee, restaurants, and shops.

📍 1 mile

💡 Stroll downtown before or after the game for local atmosphere.

🅿️Parking Options

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Stadium Parking Lots

Lot📍 0.1-0.2 miles

💡 Tailgating popular in lots around stadium. Arrive 2-3 hours early.

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References

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