Laney College Football Stadium facts for kids
| Location | 8th Street and 5th Avenue Oakland, CA 94607 |
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| Coordinates | 37°47′40″N 122°15′31″W / 37.7945°N 122.2587°W |
| Public transit |  Lake Merritt |
| Owner | Laney College |
| Capacity | 5,500 |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Tenants | |
| Laney Eagles (CCCAA) Oakland Roots SC (USLC) (2019–present) |
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Laney College Football Stadium is a sports venue located in Oakland, California. It sits on the campus of Laney College. This stadium is used for many different sports. It's owned and managed by Laney College.
What Sports Are Played Here?
Laney College Football Stadium is the home field for the Laney Eagles. They have teams for track and field and football. These teams are part of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA). This means they play against other community colleges in California.
The stadium is also home to the Oakland Roots SC soccer team. This team plays in the USL Championship, which is a professional soccer league. For soccer games, the field can be made wider. This is done using a special system of movable turf. The stadium can hold about 5,500 people, plus standing room.
Special Games and Events
Laney College Football Stadium has hosted some exciting soccer matches. These games often involve the Oakland Roots SC. For example, in 2019, the Oakland Roots played against teams from Mexico.
- On September 8, 2019, the Oakland Roots SC played against FC Juárez.
- On October 13, 2019, they played against Club Atlético Zacatepec. The Oakland Roots won this game 2-0.
These events bring many fans to the stadium. They show how the stadium is used for both college sports and professional games.
