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Meade Stadium - home of Rhode Island Rams in Kingston, Rhode Island
NCAA FCS

Meade StadiumKingston, Rhode Island

Rhode Island Rams

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Capacity
5,180
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Conference
CAA Football
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Opened
1928
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Surface
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📖About Meade Stadium

Meade Stadium opened in 1928 and is one of the oldest continuously used stadiums in FCS football. Named after class of 1915 alum Jack Meade, who reportedly never missed a home game until his death in 1972, the 5,180-seat facility has undergone numerous renovations while maintaining its historic character.

🏛️History

Origins

The stadium was built in 1928 to provide the University of Rhode Island with a proper football venue on campus in Kingston.

Major Renovations

1933Old field house built
1934West stands and press box opened with capacity of 1,500
1978Renamed Meade Stadium; new 50-row east grandstand increased capacity to 8,000
2000Original west grandstand demolished; new west grandstand and locker rooms added as part of Thomas J. Ryan Center, reducing capacity to 5,180
2003Massive renovation to press box
2019New synthetic turf field and lighting installed

Notable Moments

1928Stadium opened on URI campus in Kingston
1978Stadium renamed to honor Jack Meade (class of 1915)

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The west grandstand offers the best amenities after 2000 renovation. The stadium's intimate size means good sightlines throughout.

Parking Tips

Kingston is a small college town in South County Rhode Island. Parking available in campus lots. The coastal setting makes this a unique New England gameday destination.

Game Day

Meade Stadium offers nearly a century of Rhode Island football tradition. The recent turf and lighting upgrades have modernized the gameday experience while preserving the historic atmosphere.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Trattoria Romana South

$$$

Authentic Italian cuisine with lively bar scene in South County Commons, Wakefield.

📍 4 miles

🍽️Restaurants

Birch & Bay Coastal Kitchen

$$$

Fresh, coastal-inspired cuisine in relaxed setting with seasonal simple ingredients.

📍 5 miles

💡 Perfect for Rhode Island coastal dining experience.

🏨Hotels

The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort

$$$

Features Double Barrell Kitchen, outdoor pool, 21 minutes from URI.

📍 15 miles

💡 Upscale resort option for special football weekends.

The Break Hotel

$$$

4-star boutique hotel with full-service spa, pool, rooftop bar with ocean views.

📍 6 miles

💡 Perfect for combining football with a beach weekend.

🎭Attractions

Narragansett Beach

Free

Beautiful coastal spot 5 miles from URI, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beach volleyball.

📍 5 miles

💡 Make it a beach weekend with URI football on Saturday.

🅿️Parking Options

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Campus Lots

Lot📍 0.1-0.3 miles

💡 Small college town setting. Campus parking is straightforward.

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References

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