McArthur Stadium
Name: McArthur Stadium
Built: 1980
Present Uses:
The McArthur Stadium is now home to the athletic field and track. It also features a fully equipped weight room.
Past Uses:
The Stadium was once called the Memorial Stadium. It was constructed in 1940. The field, was called Butler Field after Dean Butler. After the fire, the stadium was reconstructed and renamed.
Stadium Fire
In June 6, 1978, the Memoral Stadium caught fire, calling for a reconstruction of a new stadium, track, and field. It was then renamed to McArthur Stadium.
Track and Field
The field wasn't reconstructed until 1987. It was rebuilt by volunteers from the football team and the Oregon National Guard. Nowadays the track features a world-class surface such as those used in the Seoul Olympic Games.
Extra Information:
- McArthur Field was named after Head Coach of Football, and Director of PE, Bill McArthur.
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