Stadium Discussion

I heard from a lot of people in construction that once foundation is set, which takes the longest time, the rest goes up really quickly. So I can't wait to start seeing the progress!!!
I hope someone can set up a cam somewhere...

ha. if a camera setup was possible, i think someone would have done it already.

what are the chances someone can sneak a solar powered LTE camera on the side of citi field to capture the progress?

i think the club probably has a camera setup somewhere to take a timelapse of the stadium build and they'll share it some day. but who knows? maybe not.

it is absolutely very exciting. This time next year, they'll be laying down the sod and we'll be waiting for a drone tour.
 
Stadium cam- 24/7- shot by an iPhone. Available exclusively on MLS Season Pass on AppleTv! Hooked up by T-Mobile Home Internet

See how easy it is? Why aren't these huge organizations (CFG, MLS, and Apple) as smart as me?
 
I work in architecture and construction and generally resist this kind of timelapse camera on projects, even when the owners want to use the videos to promote progress and cultivate excitement.

As noted already, the foundation takes a long time without a lot of visible evidence, so the camera doesn't show much that builds excitement. Next, the steel and superstructure get erected, and the camera video shows LOTS of tangible progress daily- but that only creates false expectations for similar video excitement forthcoming. The final stages of interior fit-out and finishes are almost impossible to capture with an overall camera, and the daily timelapse of these final stages actually looks like nothing is getting done and creates more concern than excitement.

All of which is to say, a timelapse camera setup is possible, but it's a poor format for communicating actual construction progress and therefore building excitement and optimism for the stadium opening. The club should be sending out more announcements surrounding construction milestones, like they did with the first piece of steel installed. Communication focused on notable critical path achievements with some accompanying photos, instead of the hero drone cam, can be a lot more effective in building excitement towards the stadium opening.
 
I work in architecture and construction and generally resist this kind of timelapse camera on projects, even when the owners want to use the videos to promote progress and cultivate excitement.

As noted already, the foundation takes a long time without a lot of visible evidence, so the camera doesn't show much that builds excitement. Next, the steel and superstructure get erected, and the camera video shows LOTS of tangible progress daily- but that only creates false expectations for similar video excitement forthcoming. The final stages of interior fit-out and finishes are almost impossible to capture with an overall camera, and the daily timelapse of these final stages actually looks like nothing is getting done and creates more concern than excitement.

All of which is to say, a timelapse camera setup is possible, but it's a poor format for communicating actual construction progress and therefore building excitement and optimism for the stadium opening. The club should be sending out more announcements surrounding construction milestones, like they did with the first piece of steel installed. Communication focused on notable critical path achievements with some accompanying photos, instead of the hero drone cam, can be a lot more effective in building excitement towards the stadium opening.
Great post!
 
I work in architecture and construction and generally resist this kind of timelapse camera on projects, even when the owners want to use the videos to promote progress and cultivate excitement.

As noted already, the foundation takes a long time without a lot of visible evidence, so the camera doesn't show much that builds excitement. Next, the steel and superstructure get erected, and the camera video shows LOTS of tangible progress daily- but that only creates false expectations for similar video excitement forthcoming. The final stages of interior fit-out and finishes are almost impossible to capture with an overall camera, and the daily timelapse of these final stages actually looks like nothing is getting done and creates more concern than excitement.

All of which is to say, a timelapse camera setup is possible, but it's a poor format for communicating actual construction progress and therefore building excitement and optimism for the stadium opening. The club should be sending out more announcements surrounding construction milestones, like they did with the first piece of steel installed. Communication focused on notable critical path achievements with some accompanying photos, instead of the hero drone cam, can be a lot more effective in building excitement towards the stadium opening.
I mean I understand 100% what you're saying, but at least during this period when it's fun to watch... Me likes see girders 😂
 
I work in architecture and construction and generally resist this kind of timelapse camera on projects, even when the owners want to use the videos to promote progress and cultivate excitement.

As noted already, the foundation takes a long time without a lot of visible evidence, so the camera doesn't show much that builds excitement. Next, the steel and superstructure get erected, and the camera video shows LOTS of tangible progress daily- but that only creates false expectations for similar video excitement forthcoming. The final stages of interior fit-out and finishes are almost impossible to capture with an overall camera, and the daily timelapse of these final stages actually looks like nothing is getting done and creates more concern than excitement.

All of which is to say, a timelapse camera setup is possible, but it's a poor format for communicating actual construction progress and therefore building excitement and optimism for the stadium opening. The club should be sending out more announcements surrounding construction milestones, like they did with the first piece of steel installed. Communication focused on notable critical path achievements with some accompanying photos, instead of the hero drone cam, can be a lot more effective in building excitement towards the stadium opening.

Your post makes sense and I agree, the club should send out milestone announcements with photos and/or videos.

But timelapses are fun. A timelapse camera doesn't have to be the same as a live stream camera. It's for capturing the timelapse to be revealed once the stadium opens. It's not for communicating ongoing progress.

A live stream camera can allow supporters to check in on stadium progress while things are happening. As long as things are changing, why not have a camera for curious fans? Doing this in addition to milestone announcements would be fun and exciting for every type of fan, those who will keep the stream on their screen all day long and those who just want to check in once a month, for example.

Once construction moves indoors and the external view is no longer necessary, the live camera can be shut off and replaced with a message that says the construction phase has moved indoors and fans can look forward to the reveal in the coming months as the stadium prepares to open. Then we can move to construction worker body cam streams (just kidding).

No matter what, there will be excitement for the stadium. But I don't think it would hurt to have a live stream. Especially, since it barely costs anything to do.
 
Just a musing I had. There may also be legal reasons for not having a camera on an active work site. I think it’s one of the reasons so many construction sites are boxed in from the public and the public can’t see what’s going on.
 
I love Seth's overlay but to be clear I mean we need to paint soccer field lines over the diamond and have a game there. We have a year and a half left of this and I want to lean into it.

Tired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a baseball stadium.
Inspired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a Nascar track stadium.
 
I love Seth's overlay but to be clear I mean we need to paint soccer field lines over the diamond and have a game there. We have a year and a half left of this and I want to lean into it.

Tired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a baseball stadium.
Inspired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a Nascar track stadium.

I hear Belmont Park is available, maybe we can do it there. Or Yonkers Raceway.
 
I love Seth's overlay but to be clear I mean we need to paint soccer field lines over the diamond and have a game there. We have a year and a half left of this and I want to lean into it.

Tired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a baseball stadium.
Inspired: Playing soccer over a baseball diamond in a Nascar track stadium.
Understood, I just wasn't able to find an overhead shot of the stadium/field/track so I could just put a soccer field on top of it. Hoping to find one as the event gets closer. Not sure I can do much about getting the team to play on it though LOL
 
No 1 year option. Just 3-7 year options.

Also, you reminded me. He said no other section by section options. After this everything goes into the general pool to be selected in 2026.
Is there a club on the east side as well or this west side 6k upwards seating the last and only club option? I really wanted club seats but at 300 a game lord that’s Knicks prices.
 
I agree. Plus the minimum 3 year option is a lot to be tied into. I know that I could sell tickets that I can’t make for year one but who knows the market after that.

My youngest graduates HS in 2027 so we might relocate at that point. I’d hate to lost the tickets for the first season but who knows where I’ll be after that.
 
Is there a club on the east side as well or this west side 6k upwards seating the last and only club option? I really wanted club seats but at 300 a game lord that’s Knicks prices.
Yeah, initial plans were actually calling it the "East Club" and I'm guessing it will be less expensive than the Tunnel and Centerline Clubs. The East Club is set to be in the middle of the pitch on the East side. See the green sections below.

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Yeah, initial plans were actually calling it the "East Club" and I'm guessing it will be less expensive than the Tunnel and Centerline Clubs. The East Club is set to be in the middle of the pitch on the East side. See the green sections below.

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I believe the club has said somewhere (though honestly it might have been a rep so not quite official) that this round of Club seat selling is the last round before they open up all the remaining sections to the STH at large, in priority order. If so, that's another reason to think that the East Club will be more modestly priced relative to everything we've seen so far. If it were going to be priced close to the currently selling clubs they would sell it at the same time, or separately thereafter.
That's not to say it will be inexpensive. I'm guessing it will sit in the same niche that the Delta Club now occupies at Yankee Stadium, but more expensive than Delta is. To be fair, if it's exactly like Delta it should cost more because the Delta Club location is far from ideal for watching soccer at YS while the East Club location looks pretty prime, except for facing the sun and opposite instead of behind the benches.
 
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