Johnson Hagood StadiumCharleston, South Carolina
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📖About Johnson Hagood Stadium
Johnson Hagood Stadium has been home to The Citadel Bulldogs since 1948, when it was formally dedicated during a game against Davidson College. Named for Confederate Brigadier General and South Carolina Governor Johnson Hagood (Class of 1847), this 11,500-seat stadium in Charleston has hosted two NCAA Division I-AA national championship games and made national headlines in 1999 when remains of H.L. Hunley submarine crewmen were discovered beneath the field.
🏛️Johnson Hagood Stadium History
Origins
Due to increasing attendance and the poor state of the previous stadium, The Citadel moved to the original Johnson Hagood Stadium in 1927. The current facility was rebuilt and formally dedicated in 1948, purchased from the city of Charleston by The Citadel in 1963.
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🎟️Visiting Johnson Hagood Stadium
Best Seats
The West Side Tower features luxury suites and club seats with excellent views. Lower bowl between the 30-yard lines offers traditional stadium seating. East side provides closer field proximity.
Parking Tips
Parking available on campus and in nearby Charleston neighborhoods. The Citadel is located in historic Charleston, so consider parking downtown and using rideshare for games. Arrive 2-3 hours early for major games.
Game Day
The Citadel Corps of Cadets add unique military pageantry to game days. Charleston's historic downtown is minutes away - explore The Battery, Rainbow Row, and historic homes before or after games. The stadium's coastal location can mean humid conditions in early season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johnson Hagood Stadium
- What is the capacity of Johnson Hagood Stadium?
- Johnson Hagood Stadium has a seating capacity of 13,800.
- Where is Johnson Hagood Stadium located?
- Johnson Hagood Stadium is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
- What team plays at Johnson Hagood Stadium?
- Johnson Hagood Stadium is the home stadium of The Citadel Bulldogs in the Southern.
- When was Johnson Hagood Stadium built?
- Johnson Hagood Stadium opened in 1948.
- Where are the best seats at Johnson Hagood Stadium?
- The West Side Tower features luxury suites and club seats with excellent views. Lower bowl between the 30-yard lines offers traditional stadium seating. East side provides closer field proximity.
- What are the best parking tips for Johnson Hagood Stadium?
- Parking available on campus and in nearby Charleston neighborhoods. The Citadel is located in historic Charleston, so consider parking downtown and using rideshare for games. Arrive 2-3 hours early for major games.
- What type of surface does Johnson Hagood Stadium have?
- Johnson Hagood Stadium has a sporturf powerhouse 50 (artificial turf) playing surface.
- What stadiums are near Johnson Hagood Stadium?
- The closest stadiums to Johnson Hagood Stadium are Buccaneer Field (14 mi), Oliver C. Dawson Stadium (71 mi), Brooks Stadium (88 mi), Williams–Brice Stadium (102 mi), Allen E. Paulson Stadium (110 mi), Bailey Memorial Stadium (159 mi).
References
- Johnson Hagood Stadium - Wikipedia ↗
- Johnson Hagood Stadium - The Citadel Athletics ↗
- Charleston Restaurants ↗
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