What is the capacity of Fitton Field?

Fitton Field has a seating capacity of 23,500.

Where is Fitton Field located?

Fitton Field is located in Worcester, Massachusetts.

What team plays at Fitton Field?

Fitton Field is the home stadium of Holy Cross Crusaders in the Patriot.

What stadiums are near Fitton Field?

The closest stadiums to Fitton Field are Beirne Stadium (26 mi), Gillette Stadium (30 mi), Alumni Stadium (34 mi), Brown Stadium (35 mi), Harvard Stadium (36 mi), Fenway Park (37 mi).

How old is Fitton Field?

Fitton Field opened in 1924, making it 102 years old. It ranks #35 among the oldest stadiums in the country.

Fitton Field - home of Holy Cross Crusaders in Worcester, Massachusetts

NCAA FCS

Fitton FieldWorcester, Massachusetts

Holy Cross Crusaders

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Capacity

23,500

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Conference

Patriot

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Opened

1924

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📖About Fitton Field

Fitton Field opened in 1908 and is the fourth oldest Division I football stadium in the nation, surpassed only by Franklin Field, Harvard Stadium and Kyle Field. Named after Reverend James Fitton, who donated land to found the college, this irregularly shaped three-sided horseshoe has hosted presidents, Hall of Famers, and 12 Patriot League championship teams.

🏛️History

Origins

The stadium was built in 1908 to provide the College of the Holy Cross with a proper athletic facility on the edge of campus in Worcester. Named for Reverend James Fitton, the founder's land donor, it became a cornerstone of New England college athletics.

Major Renovations

1938Capacity expanded to accommodate record crowd of 27,000 for Bill Osmanski's final home game

2005Stadium celebrated 100th anniversary

Notable Moments

1905President Theodore Roosevelt delivered commencement address (pre-stadium)

1923Baseball game drew 22,000+ for Holy Cross vs Boston College

1935Babe Ruth played exhibition game for Boston Braves vs Holy Cross

1938Record crowd of 27,000 attended Bill Osmanski's final home game

1939Ted Williams hit first Red Sox home run in exhibition vs Holy Cross

Nov 2021Holy Cross earned first FCS playoff victory, defeating Sacred Heart 13-10 en route to third consecutive Patriot League title

1964President Lyndon B. Johnson delivered commencement address

Nov 2022Nearly 18,000 fans attended rivalry game vs Fordham, highest attendance since 1980s

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The three-sided horseshoe design offers character and charm. Sideline seats between the 30-yard lines provide the best views. The irregular shape creates unique sightlines throughout. With a capacity of 23,500, the stadium can host large crowds for rivalry games.

Parking Tips

Parking is available in campus lots near the stadium. The College Hill location in Worcester provides scenic views. Arrive early for rivalry games - the 2022 Fordham game drew nearly 18,000 fans. Street parking available in surrounding residential areas.

Game Day

Experience one of college football's most historic venues. The stadium has hosted two sitting U.S. presidents and baseball legends Babe Ruth and Ted Williams. Holy Cross has won 12 Patriot League championships, and the atmosphere for rivalry games is electric.