Tenant: Reading Phillies

Construction began: 1949 

Opening: April 23, 1952

Surface: Kentucky bluegrass & Perennial Ryegrass

Capacity: 9,000

First Energy Stadium is your typical minor league park, but with some unique aspects.  With a capacity of 9,000 seats, its layout is similar to a college baseball stadium.  What makes it unique are the different features in the outfield.  Behind the left field fence, there is a deck & picnic area where people can eat under cover and watch the game.  Behind right field, there is a swimming pool called the Reading Eagle Pool Pavilion.  For $20 bucks, you can swim in the pool, eat at a buffet, and watch the game all at the same time.  Behind the plate to the left there is a Square Mall Picnic Area for fans to relax and eat while watching the game.

Pros:

ü      Clean Stadium

ü      Clear Sight Lines

ü      Comfortable Seating (2 cup holders per seat)

ü      Free Parking!!

ü      Amazing Outdoor Concession Area

ü      Friendly Atmosphere

ü      Fair Ticket Prices (for minor league)

ü      Fair Food Prices

 Cons:

ü      Too Few Bathrooms (2 per sex)

ü      No Outside Food/Beverage Allowed

ü      Narrow Tunnel (Exit)