The University of Notre Dame du Lac is a private Catholic research university in Notre Dame, Indiana, outside the city of South Bend.

Upon its opening in 1994, the 2,500-seat Frank Eck Stadium became the latest jewel among Notre Dame's ever-expanding athletic facilities. Given Notre Dame’s early history, few would have predicted the eventual nickname Fighting Irish.

Located on the southeast corner of campus, Eck Stadium has become a favorite with the Irish baseball team as Notre Dame has posted a 503-187-2 home mark (for a .723 winning percentage) heading into the 2021 campaign.

First, a little background.
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Edward Sorin. More than 21,000 seats were added for the 1997 season, making it reach a capacity of almost 80,000. It was founded in 1842 by Rev. Notre Dame, as its name suggests, was founded in 1842 by a group of French-speaking priests of the Congregation of the Holy Cross.

ESPN host Max Kellerman ignited backlash on social media by suggesting Tuesday that the University of Notre Dame should change its nickname, the Fighting Irish, because it is racist. The main campus covers 1,261 acres (510 ha) in a suburban setting; it contains a number of recognizable landmarks, such as the Golden Dome, the Word of Life mural, Notre Dame Stadium, and the Basilica. Location: South Bend, IN Established Date: 1842 Nickname: Fighting Irish Mascot Name: The Leprechaun Conference: Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), Independent (Football) Fight Song: “The Victory March” Football Stadium: Notre Dame Stadium Basketball Arena: Purcell Pavilion Baseball Stadium: Frank Eck Stadium. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION.

Originally, the stadium seating capacity was nearly 60,000 for decades. The first Notre Dame touchdown in the stadium was scored by “Jumping Joe” Savoldi on a 98-yard kickoff return.