Carl Smith Center, Home of David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium - home of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA
NCAA FBS

Carl Smith Center, Home of David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium

Virginia

Charlottesville, VA

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Capacity
61,500
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Conference
ACC
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Opened
1931
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Surface
Grass

πŸ“–About Carl Smith Center, Home of David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium

Scott Stadium at the Carl Smith Center holds 61,500 and is one of the most beautiful settings in college football, nestled against the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for benefactor Frederic Scott, it's hosted Virginia football since 1931 and features views of Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village.

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Origins

Opened October 15, 1931 with a 47-0 loss to VMI. Built for $500,000 from Frederic Scott's gift. Originally 22,000 seats, it was Virginia's first permanent football venue.

Major Renovations

1981Upper deck added to south end zone
2000Carl Smith Center expansion with suites and club seating
2011$28M north end zone renovation; Harrison Field naming

Notable Moments

Nov 28, 2019Virginia beat Virginia Tech 39-30 to clinch Coastal Division
Oct 31, 2009Virginia upset #17 Miami 16-10
Nov 23, 1995Virginia beat Virginia Tech 33-16 to claim ACC title

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Sections 102-110 offer mountain views and midfield sightlines. The Virginian Club has premium hospitality. West side has afternoon shade. Student section is sections 523-530.

Parking Tips

Parking at John Paul Jones Arena with shuttle. Central Grounds lots require pass. Free parking at UVA Hospital with long walk. Use Emmet Street lots.

Game Day

Cavalier Walk starts 2 hours before kickoff. Visit The Corner on University Avenue before/after games. The Good Ol' Song after wins is iconic. Thomas Jefferson's Rotunda is a short walk. Clear bag policy enforced.

πŸ”₯Rivals

Stadiums Near Carl Smith Center, Home of David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium

References

Content sourced from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA) and official team sites. Additional information verified against public sources.