The Big House in Michigan? Classic. Touchdown Jesus hovering over Notre Dame Stadium? Legendary. Death Valley? Hey you can't go wrong with either LSU's or Clemson's home turf. The FBS isn't the only division with sweet stadiums though. FCS stadiums from around the country can get just as loud and provide similarly stunning surrounding views. So before you call it a career in this game we call life, here are some of the very best FCS stadiums you need to check out. You won't be disappointed. [divider]
Harvard Stadium – Harvard
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Harvard lays claim to the very first college stadium built in the US (1903). Its pioneering use of reinforced concrete was influential in future stadiums, and Harvard Stadium was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987.
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Washington–Grizzly Stadium – Montana
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The largest all-purpose stadium in the state of Montana, Washington-Grizzly Stadium opened in 1986. The playing turf is actually dug down 20 feet below ground level.
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Fargodome – North Dakota State
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When this dome’s a’rockin’ don’t come a’knockin'. The always-raucous Fargodome is home to perennial FCS juggernaut North Dakota State. Opened in 1992, the football capacity is an intimate 18,700, making is a brutal place for visiting clubs.
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Bailey Memorial Stadium – Presbyterian
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Presbyterian opened the 6,500-seat Bailey Memorial Stadium in 2002 and features a gorgeous press box overlooking the field. The school was able to build the beautiful stadium for just 8.5 million.
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Eccles Coliseum – Southern Utah
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Renovated in 1997, Eccles Coliseum features sensationally scenic red mountains to the east and west to provide a breathtaking view during Souther Utah home games.
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Goodman Stadium – Lehigh
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Opened in 1988, Goodman Stadium's 16,000 fans are surrounded seemingly in every direction with wooded hills and greenery. With lots of parking outside the venue, Lehigh is known for its great tailgate gatherings.
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Yale Bowl – Yale
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One of the most original FCS stadiums in the country, the Yale Bowl celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2014.
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Aggie Stadium – UC Davis
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Seating 10,743 fans, Aggie Stadium is one of the few FCS stadiums in the country where fans can put down a beach towel and picnic from the end zones while enjoying the game.
