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 Foxboro StadiumHome of the New England Patriots for more than 30 years, Foxboro Stadium was one of the NFL's worst stadiums. During the Patriots first 11 years of existence, the team played at several different stadiums. During the Patriots first year, 1960, the team played at Nickerson Field. During the next eleven years the team played at Fenway Park, Alumni Stadium, and Harvard Stadium. The Patriots wanted a permanent place for the team to play at. Foxboro, MA was chosen as the site for a stadium for the Patriots. Construction on the stadium began on September 23, 1970. Named after its location, Foxboro Stadium was completed in just under a year, right on time for the start of the 1971 NFL season. Opening day at Foxboro Stadium was on August 15, 1971, when over 60,000 fans filled the stadium. Foxboro Stadium consisted of one-tier grandstands that were located on both sides of the playing field. Seating areas also extended beyond the end zones. The main scoreboard was located above the seats in the south end zone. Foxboro Stadium consisted of mainly bleachers, but did have some regular seating areas. Foxboro Stadium underwent $10 million in improvements after 1993 when Robert Kraft bought the team. In addition to being the home of the New England Patriots, Foxboro Stadium was the home of the New England Revolution (MLS). Foxboro Stadium also hosted the 1994 World Cup Soccer Championship. The last game at Foxboro Stadium was a snow covered game vs. the Oakland Raiders on January 19, 2002. The stadium was demolished in the spring of 2002. The Patriots moved into Gillette Stadium the next year. New England Patriots Jerseys – Your kids will cheer on the Patriots when they have their own NFL uniform set. |
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-Name: Foxboro Stadium -Location: Foxboro, MA -Tenants: New England Patriots -Demolished: 2002 |
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