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Provost Umphrey Stadium - home of Lamar Cardinals in Beaumont, Texas
NCAA FCS

Provost Umphrey StadiumBeaumont, Texas

Lamar Cardinals

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Capacity
16,000
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Conference
Southland
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Opened
1964
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Surface
FieldTurf Classic HD CoolPlay (artificial turf)

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📖About Provost Umphrey Stadium

Provost Umphrey Stadium has served as the home of the Lamar Cardinals football program in Beaumont, Texas since 1964. Originally named Cardinal Stadium, it was renamed in November 2008 following a combined $4 million gift from the Provost Umphrey law firm and Walter and Sheila Umphrey. The stadium holds 16,000 after a 2010 renovation that also returned football to campus after a two-decade absence. It plays on FieldTurf Classic HD CoolPlay artificial turf and the Cardinals compete in the Southland Conference (FCS).

🏛️Provost Umphrey Stadium History

Origins

Built in 1964 to provide Lamar University with a dedicated football stadium as the program grew in stature and competition level.

Major Renovations

1980Stadium upgrades and expansion projects
2000Renovation following football program reinstatement

Notable Moments

1964Stadium opened for Lamar Cardinals football
2010Lamar football returned after 21-year hiatus

🎟️Visiting Provost Umphrey Stadium

Best Seats

The main grandstand offers traditional stadium seating with good elevation for field views. End zone seats provide value for budget-conscious fans.

Parking Tips

Multiple parking lots surround the stadium. Beaumont is easy to navigate, but arrive early for rivalry games and homecoming.

Game Day

The stadium serves as a community gathering point for Beaumont football fans. The Cardinals have a passionate fanbase that creates a lively atmosphere.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍽️Restaurants

Beaumont Cafe

$

Local diner serving classic American breakfast and lunch with friendly service.

📍 2 miles

💡 Popular with locals - try their chicken fried steak.

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Madison's

$$$

Upscale American cuisine in downtown Beaumont with craft cocktails.

📍 3 miles

💡 Great for a pre-game dinner with excellent seafood options.

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🎭Attractions

Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum

$

Recreated oil boomtown commemorating the famous 1901 oil discovery that changed Texas.

📍 5 miles

💡 Fascinating look at Texas oil history and Beaumont's heritage.

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McFaddin-Ward House Museum

Free

A meticulously preserved 1906 Beaux-Arts Colonial Revival mansion built by oil-boom wealth, toured by knowledgeable volunteer docents and surrounded by original carriage house and gardens.

📍 3 mi1906 Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX 77701

💡 Tours run Wednesday through Sunday; reservations are recommended by phone at (409) 832-2134. Visitors must be at least 8 years old.

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Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands & Boardwalk

Free

A 900-acre urban wetland in Tyrrell Park with a 520-foot boardwalk, covered wildlife-viewing platforms, and over eight miles of levee trails popular with birders and photographers year-round.

📍 4 mi4233 Babe Zaharias Dr, Beaumont, TX 77705

💡 Hours are seasonal: 6am-7pm Oct-Mar, 6am-9pm Apr-Sep. Early morning visits offer the best birding — the marsh sits on the Central Flyway and draws hundreds of species seasonally.

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Gator Country Adventure Park

$$

A working alligator rescue sanctuary and adventure park home to more than 450 American alligators — including 'Big Al,' a 13-foot, 1,000-pound resident, and 'Big Tex,' the current record holder for largest alligator in captivity in Texas at nearly 14 feet.

📍 9 mi21159 FM 365 Rd, Beaumont, TX 77705

💡 Educational shows with hands-on animal encounters are included with admission; arrive at least 30 minutes before a scheduled show. Open daily 10am to 5pm.

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🅿️Parking Options

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Provost Umphrey Main Lot

Lot📍 0.1 miles

💡 Primary stadium parking with multiple entrance points.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Provost Umphrey Stadium

What is the capacity of Provost Umphrey Stadium?
Provost Umphrey Stadium has a seating capacity of 16,000.
Where is Provost Umphrey Stadium located?
Provost Umphrey Stadium is located in Beaumont, Texas.
What team plays at Provost Umphrey Stadium?
Provost Umphrey Stadium is the home stadium of Lamar Cardinals in the Southland.
When was Provost Umphrey Stadium built?
Provost Umphrey Stadium opened in 1964.
Where are the best seats at Provost Umphrey Stadium?
The main grandstand offers traditional stadium seating with good elevation for field views. End zone seats provide value for budget-conscious fans.
What are the best parking tips for Provost Umphrey Stadium?
Multiple parking lots surround the stadium. Beaumont is easy to navigate, but arrive early for rivalry games and homecoming.
What type of surface does Provost Umphrey Stadium have?
Provost Umphrey Stadium has a fieldturf classic hd coolplay (artificial turf) playing surface.
What stadiums are near Provost Umphrey Stadium?
The closest stadiums to Provost Umphrey Stadium are Navarre Stadium (52 mi), Shell Energy Stadium (79 mi), Daikin Park (79 mi), John O'Quinn Field at Space City Financial Stadium (80 mi), Rice Stadium (83 mi), NRG Stadium (84 mi).

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