What is the capacity of Rhodes Stadium?

Rhodes Stadium has a seating capacity of 11,250.

Where is Rhodes Stadium located?

Rhodes Stadium is located in Elon, North Carolina.

What team plays at Rhodes Stadium?

Rhodes Stadium is the home stadium of Elon Phoenix in the CAA Football.

What stadiums are near Rhodes Stadium?

The closest stadiums to Rhodes Stadium are Truist Stadium (15 mi), Kenan Stadium (29 mi), Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium (33 mi), O'Kelly–Riddick Stadium (35 mi), Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium (42 mi), Wayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley Stadium (49 mi).

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

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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.

🏛️Rhodes Stadium 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

🎟️Visiting Rhodes Stadium

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.