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The outpouring of support for Miami's hire of Mark Richt has been phenomenal. Hurricanes fans and former players have expressed their pleasure with the new coach and expectations for the program has risen. Unifying the fan base was thought to be a tough sell following Al Golden's tenure. With season ticket sales for Canes football already soaring into the 1000s, however, Miami's coaching decision is surely paying off.
The University of Miami announced that 1,025 season tickets had been sold in the last week, and that's excluding renewals.
Over 1,000 New @CanesFootball Season Tix sold last week. Join us for the Coach Richt Era. https://t.co/NddDYSWOyW pic.twitter.com/QjBrFd2052
— Jesse Marks (@Jessehmarks) December 10, 2015
Whether it's his successful 15-year stretch at Georgia, including two SEC Titles and six SEC Eastern Division Titles, his recruiting prowess, his good-hearted nature, or his desire to run an aggressive 4-3 defense at Miami, fans of Canes football are captivated, and want to be a part of the CMR era.
Per UM: Since Richt hiring, volume of calls for UM tickets and demand highest since winning nat. title in Jan. 2002: https://t.co/8RekGhkFyC
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) December 9, 2015
Along with a new head coach, fans will see a new Sun Life Stadium next season. Sun Life Stadium's renovation will be completed by the 2016 season. Here's a list of what will be added during this offseason:
- An open-air canopy, shading 92% of fans by 1:00 p.m.
- 4 new high-definition video boards in each corner of the stadium
- Improved audio system
- Improved amenities and concession options
- Modernized luxury suites
- Renovated 200 level club spaces
You can purchase season tickets at CanesTix.com