Reser Stadium
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Reser Stadium
The original stadium was built in 1953. The original stadium was known was Parker Stadium. Its original name was Parker Stadium, in honor of a Portland businessman Charles T. Parker. Mr. Parker had a huge part in the original fund raising of the stadium. The stadium was renamed in June of 1999 honoring Al and Pat Reser, who made a long term seven figure gift to the athletic department.
Location
The stadium is located on the southwest corner of the campus, at the intersection of 26th Street and Western Boulevard in Corvallis.Capacity
Before the 2005-06 seasons, the official capacity of the stadium stood at 35,362. However, the Raising Reser campaign brought the current capacity to 43,300 and seeks to further boost seating to 55,000 through three phases of renovation.Tickets
During the week tickets may be purchased by calling 1-800-GO-BEAVS or in person at the OSU Ticket Office located in Gill Coliseum, room 107. The main ticket booths, as well as Will Call (Gate 17) are located by the south entrance to Reser Stadium. Students will receive a free student section ticket while supplies last. To get a student ticket, the student must present his/hers valid Oregon State University student ID at the Main ticket window located on the East end of Gill Coliseum.Reser Stadium Facts
• Built: 1953
• First Game: November 14, 1953 vs. Washington State
• First Victory: November 14, 1953 vs. Washington State (7-0)
• First Touchdown: Chuck Brackett (OSU) 1-yard, vs. Washington State, Nov. 14, 1953.
• First Touchdown Passing: John Hermann from Douglas Bradley (UCLA), Oct. 23, 1954
• First 100-yard rusher at Reser Stadium: Ralph Carr (107 yds) vs. WSU, Nov.14, 1953.
• Biggest Crowd: 41,600 vs. Oregon, 1980
• Most Wins at Reser Stadium: 4 in 1955
These Facts were taken from: http://football.ballparks.com/NCAA/Pac10/OregonState/index.htm
