Prominent College Football Team Might Not Be Able To Play Home Games Rest Of Season
Numerous cities across America have been severely impacted by Hurricane Helene, and many schools will struggle to support their students until all the damage is addressed. For one FBS college football program, the hurricane could prevent them from playing any more home games this season.
During an appearance on The Drive with Josh Graham, Appalachian State head coach Shawn Clark acknowledged uncertainty about whether his Mountaineers could play their remaining scheduled home games at Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone, North Carolina, due to significant flooding and damage in the area. Clark clarified that while the stadium did not sustain damage, the nearby hotels are occupied by disaster relief volunteers and aid workers, emphasizing that their efforts are more crucial than football.
“I don’t know that (we can),” Clark stated. “Our stadium was not damaged in the storm, but first and foremost we have to ensure our people are taken care of in this county. Every hotel in Boone was filled with power company workers and volunteers. So we can’t displace them for a football game. Football is important, but this is far more critical than a football game.”
The Mountaineers had to cancel their September 28 home game against Liberty with no chance for rescheduling, and they still have three more home games planned for October 26, November 2, and November 23.
There is a strong possibility that the Mountaineers will need to find an alternative venue for their home games.
Josh Graham suggested that Wake Forest could serve as a suitable replacement venue since the Demon Deacons will be away for all three of those dates.
We hope everyone in the Boone, North Carolina area can find support and stability soon.
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