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Joan C. Edwards Stadium - home of Marshall in Huntington, WV
NCAA FBS

Joan C. Edwards StadiumHuntington, West Virginia

Marshall

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Capacity
30,475
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Conference
Sun Belt
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Opened
1991
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Surface
AstroTurf

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📖About Joan C. Edwards Stadium

Joan C. Edwards Stadium opened in 1991 and honors the memory of the 1970 plane crash that killed 75 Marshall players, coaches, and supporters. The Thundering Herd have a .834 home winning percentage.

🏛️History

Origins

Built to replace deteriorating Fairfield Stadium. Opened September 7, 1991 vs New Hampshire. Named for Joan C. Edwards—one of two NCAA D1 stadiums named exclusively for a woman.

Major Renovations

1993Field named for James F. Edwards
2003Stadium renamed for Joan C. Edwards after $65M family donations
2010Record attendance of 41,382 vs West Virginia

Notable Moments

2000Bronze memorial to 1970 plane crash placed at stadium entrance
Dec 1996I-AA national championship capped perfect 15-0 season
Apr 2006"We Are Marshall" movie cast visited for promotion

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

U-shaped design offers good sightlines. Expandable to 55,000 seats.

Parking Tips

Campus parking available. Downtown Huntington is walkable.

Game Day

Memorial to 1970 crash is moving tribute. Marshall is 151-30 at home since 1991. "We Are Marshall" immortalized the story.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

The Peddler

$$

Downtown Huntington institution with great food and atmosphere.

📍 1.0 milesDowntown Huntington

💡 Popular spot for Marshall fans. Great gameday atmosphere.

Black Sheep Burrito & Brews

$$

Local favorite with burritos, craft beer, and lively atmosphere.

📍 1.2 milesHuntington

💡 Great spot for pre-game food and drinks.

🍽️Restaurants

Hillbilly Hot Dogs

$

Famous West Virginia hot dog spot featured on national TV.

📍 10 milesLesage (near Huntington)

💡 A West Virginia institution. Worth the short drive.

Jim's Steak & Spaghetti House

$$

Huntington tradition since 1938. Known for unique steak and spaghetti combination.

📍 1.5 milesHuntington

💡 Try the signature steak and spaghetti combo.

Bahnhof WVrsthaus & Biergarten

$$

German-style restaurant with sausages and beer.

📍 1.0 milesHuntington

💡 Great beer and sausages in a fun atmosphere.

🏨Hotels

Holiday Inn Huntington Downtown

$$$

Full-service hotel in downtown Huntington.

📍 1.0 milesDowntown Huntington

💡 Walking distance to campus. Book early for gameday weekends.

Hampton Inn Huntington University Area

$$

Comfortable hotel close to Marshall campus.

📍 2.0 milesHuntington

💡 Good value option close to the stadium.

🎭Attractions

1970 Plane Crash Memorial

Free

Moving bronze memorial at stadium entrance honoring the 75 Marshall players, coaches, and supporters lost in the 1970 plane crash.

📍 0 milesJoan C. Edwards Stadium

💡 A powerful tribute. "We Are Marshall" immortalized this story.

🅿️Parking Options

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Joan C. Edwards Stadium Lots

$15-20
Lot📍 0.1 miles

💡 Campus parking available. Arrive early as lots fill up quickly.

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Downtown Huntington

Free
Lot📍 1.0 miles

💡 Park downtown and walk to the stadium. Explore Huntington before the game.

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References

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