Stadium Discussion

SoupInNYC said:
Sims told media at the groundbreaking that if the calendar were to change, they would likely push the opening back to the summer because they wouldn't want to open Etihad Park 3/4 through a season". Now that kind of straddles both sides as the calendar would be pushing back, but it wouldn't be that far into a season, would be it's own, even if it's a stub season, etc.
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Am I correct in guessing that this statement was made on a hypothetical that the schedule flips in 2026? Because that's the only way I see for the 3/4 season remark to make sense.
SoupInNYC said:
So for argument's sake, lets say they end up exactly on schedule as planned (currently a bit ahead, have to imagine with large projects like this there will be some delay somewhere, etc.), would NYCFC want to open the stadium for the stub year with some "wrap-up work" (probably would be influenced by exactly what that means) to go? Or for the 2027 season opener in the new league calendar with a completely finished stadium?
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This is the only argument I've seen that makes an intentionally delayed opening make sense. Even then, I'm not sure they won't open under "good enough" conditions even if it is in the mini-season. My guess is the KevinJRogers "Get open as soon as you can" rule will apply, but it's a guess.
 
mgarbowski said:
Am I correct in guessing that this statement was made on a hypothetical that the schedule flips in 2026? Because that's the only way I see for the 3/4 season remark to make sense.
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No, not exactly, but somewhat (in the spirit of your question I think).

They already knew it wasn't going to flip in 2026. Nothing was said at that moment in terms of how the schedule would flip when it did (nor was NYCFC's support of flipping it mentioned then), but when we then had media availability 2 months ago or whenever it was, Sims noted that one of the things still being worked through was how they would deal with the "stub year" and options included elongating the 2026 season (long WC break, winter break, etc.), doing a stub season as they are now, or just some kind of tournament.

So that noted, I think when that comment was made back in December, there was a possibility, that March of 2027 could be 3/4 through a season.
 
SoupInNYC said:
So for argument's sake, lets say they end up exactly on schedule as planned (currently a bit ahead, have to imagine with large projects like this there will be some delay somewhere, etc.), would NYCFC want to open the stadium for the stub year with some "wrap-up work" (probably would be influenced by exactly what that means) to go? Or for the 2027 season opener in the new league calendar with a completely finished stadium?

I would probably bet on the latter.
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Totally reasonable conclusion. And as I've said, I'm sure it's just my restaurant business experience talking. I've been in more than a few openings. You do it as fast as you can even if you need to rent the knives and forks.

But if the organization has the cash to burn on a few more dates at the Stadium (or Citi Field, for that matter) even if they're not necessary, good on them. I just hope, if they're that flush, they're ready to spend on some names once the roster and salary rules open up.
 
KevinJRogers said:
Totally reasonable conclusion. And as I've said, I'm sure it's just my restaurant business experience talking. I've been in more than a few openings. You do it as fast as you can even if you need to rent the knives and forks.

But if the organization has the cash to burn on a few more dates at the Stadium (or Citi Field, for that matter) even if they're not necessary, good on them. I just hope, if they're that flush, they're ready to spend on some names once the roster and salary rules open up.
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It would be interesting to know what the operating costs will be for a game day at the new stadium and the projected concession revenue. Can't imagine the costs are anywhere near the $1M per game the team pays right now, but it would be interesting to know how much more per game the team plans to net.
 
gbservis said:
It would be interesting to know what the operating costs will be for a game day at the new stadium and the projected concession revenue. Can't imagine the costs are anywhere near the $1M per game the team pays right now, but it would be interesting to know how much more per game the team plans to net.
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Surely the team would make more money opening Etihad Park as opposed to the costs of renting Yankee Stadium, where I'm sure they're nowhere near as profitable as they could be.
 
ZYanksRule said:
Surely the team would make more money opening Etihad Park as opposed to the costs of renting Yankee Stadium, where I'm sure they're nowhere near as profitable as they could be.
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Oh, I have no doubt about that, I'm just curious in general about how much more it is.

After you take out the operating costs from the $1M the team will save by not playing at Yankee Stadium, are you making $900K more per game by playing at the new stadium or are you making $100K moreper game? I think unquestionably they will make more money, but how much more likely plays a big part in the decision.
 
"With MLS announcing its shift to the international soccer calendar beginning in 2027, access to a climate-controlled environment is more important than ever.

This release is your final chance to secure seating at Etihad Park that includes a climate-controlled club space, allowing you to escape the elements and enjoy every match in complete comfort."

😂 😂 😂 utterly shameless
 
joe said:
"With MLS announcing its shift to the international soccer calendar beginning in 2027, access to a climate-controlled environment is more important than ever.

This release is your final chance to secure seating at Etihad Park that includes a climate-controlled club space, allowing you to escape the elements and enjoy every match in complete comfort."

😂 😂 😂 utterly shameless
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Their ticketing department really is ... something.
 
joe said:
"Prices for the Centerline Club range from $10,750 to $22,000 while the Sideline Club range from $5,850 to $14,750." - LionNYC in July
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throw up team america GIF
 
Jon said:
Do we have any pricing on this East Sideline Club?
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I had a call with them a couple months back during Phase 3, while they were trying to sell Centerline Lounge and West Sideline Club, and the lowest for a single seat there started around $6k. I’m a DeltaSky season holder currently and that’s a big jump from our $2k per seat. We discussed our main reason for premium seats is for my girlfriend to have easy bathroom access. We don’t really need much else from premium and asked what’s the lowest premium tier, that has a private club with bathrooms, pretty much equivalent to current DeltaSky. The rep said that would be the East Sideline Club, starting around $3k per seat, and we concluded I’ll wait for that phase. Just got an email this morning to schedule my call for Skyline Lofts and East Sideline Club. The email stated they automatically reserved a timeslot for me based on my current membership, so I guess it’s at a similar tier?
 
kiwiuzui said:
I had a call with them a couple months back during Phase 3, while they were trying to sell Centerline Lounge and West Sideline Club, and the lowest for a single seat there started around $6k. I’m a DeltaSky season holder currently and that’s a big jump from our $2k per seat. We discussed our main reason for premium seats is for my girlfriend to have easy bathroom access. We don’t really need much else from premium and asked what’s the lowest premium tier, that has a private club with bathrooms, pretty much equivalent to current DeltaSky. The rep said that would be the East Sideline Club, starting around $3k per seat, and we concluded I’ll wait for that phase. Just got an email this morning to schedule my call for Skyline Lofts and East Sideline Club. The email stated they automatically reserved a timeslot for me based on my current membership, so I guess it’s at a similar tier?
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At 3k a seat that's around $175 a match for "premium" seating. Sideline view is nice, but I don't know how much I would use indoor space while the match is going on. No parking or food included (both of which I assume will be more expensive than YS) so now you're probably closer to $250 a match when all in. Just a little out of my price range with a kid going to college next fall.
 
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