Irish Field served as the home to the Tempe Normal football team from 1927 to 1935 before being replaced by Goodwin Stadium in 1936.

Irish Field
Full nameIrish Field
LocationTempe, Arizona
OperatorArizona State University
SurfaceGrass
Construction
Built1927
Opened1927
Closed1935
Tenants
Tempe Normal Owls (NCAA)

History

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Tempe Normal gained accreditation as a 4-year institute in 1925. It was quickly decided the football team would need a new larger home. In 1927 ground was broken on the new stadium. The stadium was named for Fred Irish who was the head coach of the team for its first 8 seasons. Irish Field was located where the current Memorial Union sits on campus.[1] Stadium lighting was added to Irish Field in 1930, allowing the team to play night games.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Brad Denny. "100 Day Sun Devil Football Countdown To Kickoff, #59: The First Homes Of ASU Football". House of Sparky. Retrieved July 16, 2015.
  2. ^ ""Firsts" and Special Events in ASU History (1885 to 1989)". Arizona State University. Retrieved July 16, 2015.