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Forty years ago this week, a structure that would serve as a centerpiece of the Central New York skyline and house countless memorable moments for the Syracuse community officially opened its doors and hosted the first Syracuse football game.
Under the iconic white inflatable roof for the first time, Joe Morris scampered for 170 yards and three touchdowns as Syracuse defeated Miami Ohio 36-24, on Sept. 20, 1980, ushering a new era of Syracuse Athletics. As Saturday approaches, another first is coming. Syracuse vs. Georgia Tech will serve as the debut of $118 million in renovations, including a new roof, lighting and sound improvements, a center-hung scoreboard, new turf and improved accessibility.