If President Mark Weightman had his way, the Alouettes would play at Percival-Molson Stadium for several more years.
“At best, it could be a long-term project, but we have other priorities that we want to address now,” he says.
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Weightman doesn’t hide his love for McGill University’s Percival Molson Stadium.
“It sure is sexy to talk about a new stadium, but first you have to see what you’ve got. We must not forget that we are fortunate to have this very intimate, charming stadium, located in the city center with a magnificent view. There is nobody who comes to the stadium for the first time and doesn’t think it’s cool. »
A common situation
In addition, the Alouettes club has no absolute interest in owning its own facilities.
“It is very common for a club not necessarily to own a stadium. It’s a problem that isn’t. The real goal is to create a good place for showcasing games to have fun, and we’ve got that. »
“You have to weigh the options. There may be options that need to be developed and analyzed before making a decision,” the President nevertheless continues, emphasizing that the short-term goal is to improve the customer experience at Percival-Molson Stadium.
The party at the stadium
With some adjustments, it will be like the good old days.
“The strength of the Alouettes in the early 2000s was that we had a reputation because the party was in the stadium. It was an event, an opportunity not to be missed. »
For the 2023 season, the first date is Saturday, June 10th. In particular, the rock group Our Lady Peace will be there for a concert at half-time.