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Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium - home of Old Dominion in Norfolk, VA
NCAA FBS

Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard StadiumNorfolk, Virginia

Old Dominion

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Capacity
21,944
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Conference
Sun Belt
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Opened
1936
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Surface
AstroTurf GameDay Grass 3D

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📖About Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium

Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium opened in its current form in 2019 after a $67.5M reconstruction. The Norfolk venue hosted the historic Oyster Bowl from 1946-1995 and saw ODU upset #13 Virginia Tech in 2018.

🏛️History

Origins

Original Foreman Field opened in 1936 with WPA funding. Renamed S.B. Ballard Stadium in 2009 after $2.5M donation. Completely reconstructed 2018-2019.

Major Renovations

2009ODU football returned; stadium renamed S.B. Ballard
2019$67.5M reconstruction with modern amenities; capacity 21,944

Notable Moments

Sep 22, 2018ODU upset #13 Virginia Tech 49-35 before record crowd of 20,532
1946-1995Hosted historic Oyster Bowl featuring major NCAA teams
Aug 31, 2019Renovated stadium opened with 24-21 win over Norfolk State

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Modern 2019 construction provides excellent sightlines throughout.

Parking Tips

Campus parking available. Norfolk waterfront nearby.

Game Day

ODU field hockey won 9 national titles here. Historic Oyster Bowl legacy. Virginia Tech upset put program on map.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Smartmouth Brewing Company

$$

Norfolk craft brewery with great beer selection and food trucks.

📍 3.0 milesNorfolk

💡 Excellent local craft beer. Popular spot for ODU fans.

The Birch

$$$

Upscale bar in downtown Norfolk with craft cocktails.

📍 2.5 milesDowntown Norfolk

💡 Great atmosphere for pre-game drinks.

🍽️Restaurants

Doumar's

$

Norfolk institution since 1934. Famous for ice cream cones and BBQ.

📍 2.0 milesNorfolk

💡 A Norfolk tradition. The ice cream cones are legendary.

No Frill Bar and Grill

$$

Local favorite for burgers and casual dining.

📍 1.5 milesNorfolk

💡 Great burgers and gameday atmosphere.

🏨Hotels

Hilton Norfolk The Main

$$$

Full-service hotel in downtown Norfolk near the waterfront.

📍 2.5 milesDowntown Norfolk

💡 Great location near the waterfront. Book early for gameday weekends.

🎭Attractions

Oyster Bowl Legacy

Free

Historic Oyster Bowl (1946-1995) featured major NCAA teams. ODU's 2018 upset of #13 Virginia Tech put the program on the map.

📍 0 milesS.B. Ballard Stadium

💡 Experience the historic Oyster Bowl legacy and modern ODU football.

🅿️Parking Options

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S.B. Ballard Stadium Lots

$15-20
Lot📍 0.1 miles

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

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References

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