Carlisle-Faulkner Field at M.M. Roberts Stadium - home of Southern Miss in Hattiesburg, MS

πŸ“–About Carlisle-Faulkner Field at M.M. Roberts Stadium

M.M. Roberts Stadium, known as "The Rock," opened in 1932 and seats 36,000 Golden Eagle fans in Hattiesburg. Named for 1930s university president M.M. Roberts, it earned its nickname from the concrete construction that made it one of the South's first all-concrete stadiums.

πŸ›οΈHistory

Origins

Opened October 1, 1932 as Faulkner Field with 2,500 wooden bleacher seats. The rock-solid concrete construction later gave it the "Rock" nickname. M.M. Roberts name added 1976.

Major Renovations

1976Stadium renamed for M.M. Roberts; capacity expanded
1999Major expansion pushed capacity to 36,000
2021Shaw Sports Momentum turf installed

Notable Moments

Nov 9, 1996Sold out to watch Brett Favre's jersey retired
Sep 2, 2017Southern Miss upset Kentucky 24-17
2024First full Sun Belt season after C-USA departure

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

West side press box side offers best views. Student section on east brings energy. Upper rows of west side have sunset views.

Parking Tips

Campus parking available. Hattiesburg is easy to navigate. Hardy Street nearby has restaurants and bars.

Game Day

Golden Eagle Walk through Grove area before games. Pride of Mississippi marching band performs. Brett Favre is program's most famous alumβ€”his #4 jersey is retired. Clear bag policy.

πŸ”₯Rivals

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References

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