Harry Turpin StadiumNatchitoches, Louisiana
Northwestern State Demons
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📖About Harry Turpin Stadium
Harry Turpin Stadium is a 15,971-seat football venue on Caspari Street in Natchitoches, Louisiana, home to the Northwestern State Demons (FCS, Southland Conference). Opened in 1975 as a replacement for Demon Stadium, it was officially dedicated September 3, 1977, and named for Harry Turpin, who compiled 98 wins over 22 years as head coach. The stadium features a double-decked press box and glassed-in VIP area. The playing surface is FieldTurf artificial turf.
🏛️Harry Turpin Stadium History
Origins
Constructed in 1976 to provide Northwestern State with a modern football facility in one of Louisiana's most historic cities.
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🎟️Visiting Harry Turpin Stadium
Best Seats
The main grandstand provides covered seating with elevation for good field views. The stadium's size creates a strong home-field advantage when filled for rivalry games.
Parking Tips
Campus parking is available around the stadium. Natchitoches' compact downtown is walkable, with the stadium convenient to campus and historic Front Street.
Game Day
Natchitoches offers a unique game day experience in Louisiana's oldest permanent settlement. The historic downtown riverfront area provides excellent dining and entertainment before or after games.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harry Turpin Stadium
- What is the capacity of Harry Turpin Stadium?
- Harry Turpin Stadium has a seating capacity of 15,971.
- Where is Harry Turpin Stadium located?
- Harry Turpin Stadium is located in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
- What team plays at Harry Turpin Stadium?
- Harry Turpin Stadium is the home stadium of Northwestern State Demons in the Southland.
- When was Harry Turpin Stadium built?
- Harry Turpin Stadium opened in 1975.
- Where are the best seats at Harry Turpin Stadium?
- The main grandstand provides covered seating with elevation for good field views. The stadium's size creates a strong home-field advantage when filled for rivalry games.
- What are the best parking tips for Harry Turpin Stadium?
- Campus parking is available around the stadium. Natchitoches' compact downtown is walkable, with the stadium convenient to campus and historic Front Street.
- What type of surface does Harry Turpin Stadium have?
- Harry Turpin Stadium has a fieldturf (artificial turf) playing surface.
- What stadiums are near Harry Turpin Stadium?
- The closest stadiums to Harry Turpin Stadium are Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium (58 mi), Joe Aillet Stadium (60 mi), Malone Stadium (81 mi), Homer Bryce Stadium (91 mi), Navarre Stadium (109 mi), Casem-Spinks Stadium (115 mi).
References
- Harry Turpin Stadium - Wikipedia ↗
- Northwestern State Athletics ↗
- Turpin Stadium — NSU Demons Athletics ↗
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