It’s been rumored to happen since the beginning of the year but now it’s official. Georgia State has a new home for their football team and it’s Turner Field!
The Georgia State Panthers launched their football program in 2010 and then moved up to the FBS and the Sun Belt Conference in 2013. Under Trent Miles, the Panthers have grown and posted a 6-7 record in 2015 including their first ever bowl berth.
Now they look to take it to the next level with their new stadium…..
Kasim Reed – We have a signed agreement with Georgia State, Carter and Oakwood. #TurnerField
— Ben Moore (@BenMoore247) August 18, 2016
Reed – We anticipate closing on December 31st and the final sale price was $30 million. #TurnerField — Ben Moore (@BenMoore247) August 18, 2016
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed told Channel 2 Action News on Wednesday that an agreement to sell Turner Field to Georgia State University and its development partners is complete.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution first reported Wednesday that Reed planned to announce a deal at a press conference scheduled for Thursday morning. Georgia State and its partners plan to convert Turner Field into a football stadium for the Panthers, build a baseball field for the university and develop a southern extension of the campus as well as a mix of residences and retail.
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