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| September - November 2002, Volume 4 |
The complete Vol. 4 Hits & Highlights is available as PDFs in News & Releases in the New Ballpark section at phillies.com and features:
| Steel Goes Vertical |
| Steel Stuff |
David Montgomery: Getting
Updated from Construction Workers |
| Ballpark Q & A |
| Ballpark by the Numbers |
| Ballpark's Exterior Architecture |
| Masterpieces in the Making |
| Construction Workers Outing |
| More Construction Site News |
Sneak Peek: Ballpark
Preview Center |
| Suite Sales Approach |
| New Ballpark on the Web |
| Official Ballpark T-Shirt |
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to access PDF's. If you do not currently have a free version, it can be downloaded by going to Adobe.com
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STEEL GOES VERTICAL
Structural Steel Raised High Above Street Level |
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The installation of structural steel at street level began in August at the Phillies New Ballpark project site. Beginning with the Ballpark's scoreboard structure (in the northwest quadrant) and moving in a counterclockwise direction around the project site, workers will install approximately 11,800 structural steel pieces for the construction of the Ballpark. Some of the largest pieces of steel will be used to create the signature scoreboard structure, with each piece weighing nearly 22,000 pounds and standing 65' tall.
"Over the next 20 months, fans will be amazed by how quickly the Ballpark takes shape. Before you know it, we will have a state-of-the-art Ballpark ready for our fans to explore and experience."
- David Montgomery
Phillies General Partner and President
Watch the progress live via the New Ballpark Web Cam.
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David Montgomery: Getting Updated from Construction Workers
David Montgomery makes routine visits to the project site to see the Ballpark's progress first hand. Oftentimes he chats with construction workers to get the latest update.
To see short video clips from Montgomery's walk through the Ballpark, go to the "Sights and Sounds" area of the New Ballpark section. |
Masterpieces in the Making
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| Carlton and Frudakis review 10" clay model. |
Frudakis adds finishing touches to the Mike Schmidt clay bust. |
The excitement of building 10-foot tall bronze statues of Phillies legends Mike Schmidt, Steve Carlton, Robin Roberts, and Richie Ashburn for the New Ballpark continues! This past August Mike Schmidt had his second sitting with Zenos Frudakis, the world-renowned artist commissioned by the Phillies to create larger-than-life statues, while Steve Carlton experienced his first meeting where he posed for both his clay bust and statue. As a part of the creative process, Frudakis meets with the players or close family members to ensure the statues represent each player as accurately as possible. Schmidt and Carlton will have several meetings with Frudakis with the unveiling of the large-scale bronze statues taking place prior to the opening of the Ballpark in 2004.
To see short video clips Frudakis sculpting Schmidt and Carlton, go to the "Sights and Sounds" area of the New Ballpark section. |
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Phillies New Ballpark Construction Workers Outing
More than 1,300 construction workers and their families enjoyed an afternoon of food, folks and fun at the Phillies New Ballpark Construction Workers Outing, hosted by the Phillies to celebrate the progress of the Ballpark. The festivities began with David Montgomery and his wife Lyn welcoming and thanking the workers for their hard work in building the Ballpark. Next, all were treated to a pre-game lunch where surprise appearances were made by Phillies Manager Larry Bowa, right-handed pitcher Brandon Duckworth, Phillies announcers Harry Kalas and Scott Graham, and the Phillie Phanatic. After lunch, everyone cheered the Phillies as they took on the Mets at a 1:15 game in Veterans Stadium.
Click here to see photos taken from the Construction Workers Outing. |
| David & Lyn Montgomery welcome workers |
Preview Center
A Sneak Peek at Ballpark Suites & Other Premium Areas
Get ready for an exciting glimpse of the world-class suites being offered in the New Ballpark!
The Phillies have designed a spectacular Preview Center to give prospective suiteholders and others interested in premium seating areas a sneak peek at what will be available to them in the New Ballpark, such as great sightlines to the field, fantastic amenities, catered food options, VIP entrances, private restrooms and more.
Download the PDF version of Hits & Highlights to read more about the Preview Center, and other exciting Ballpark news.
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