Glass Bowl - home of Toledo in Toledo, OH

πŸ“–About Glass Bowl

The Glass Bowl was built by the WPA in 1936 using picks and shovelsβ€”no machinery. Named for Toledo's glass industry in 1946, the 26,038-seat venue has a real Nike Ajax rocket pointed at rival Bowling Green's stadium.

πŸ›οΈHistory

Origins

Built by WPA in 1936 with manual labor; 13,000+ sq yards of earth removed by hand. Originally University Stadium; renamed Glass Bowl in 1946 for Toledo's glass industry.

Major Renovations

1974Astroturf installed; east side second deck added
1990$18.5M renovation: second level both sidelines, 45 luxury suites
2016$3.5M renovation: new turf, concessions, locker rooms

Notable Moments

Oct 27, 2001Record crowd of 36,852 vs Navy
Dec 7, 1946Glass Bowl dedication game: Toledo beat undefeated Bates 21-12
1969-7135-0 Rockets era sparked stadium expansion

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Traditional stonework preserved through all expansions. Premium club and suites available.

Parking Tips

Campus parking available. Downtown Toledo nearby.

Game Day

Nike Ajax rocket on 14-foot pole points at Bowling Green. Rockets have won 68% at home since 1937. Hosted 2001 MAC Championship.

πŸ”₯Rivals

Stadiums Near Glass Bowl

References

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