Alex Box Stadium is a collegiate baseball stadium located on the campus of Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States. It serves as the home field for the LSU Tigers baseball team, a member of the NCAA Division I Southeast Conference (SEC).
History
- Original venue: The name “Alex Box Stadium” originally referred to the on‑campus baseball facility that operated from 1938 until its demolition in 2008.
- Namesake: Both the original and current stadiums are named after Alex Box (1910 – 1944), a former LSU baseball player who died while serving in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.
- Current stadium: Construction of a new baseball stadium began in 2008, and the facility opened on February 20, 2009, for the LSU Tigers’ 2009 season opener.
Design and Features
- Capacity: The stadium seats approximately 10,326 spectators, with additional standing-room areas that can accommodate larger crowds for high‑profile games.
- Architectural design: The structure incorporates a limestone façade that reflects the architectural style of the LSU campus. It includes modern amenities such as luxury suites, a press box, and a state‑of‑the‑art video scoreboard.
- Field naming: In 2013, the playing surface was designated “Skip Bertman Field” in honor of former LSU head coach Dale “Skip” Bertman, who led the Tigers to five College World Series championships.
Usage
- Primary tenant: LSU Tigers baseball team (NCAA Division I).
- Post‑season events: The stadium regularly hosts NCAA Regional and Super Regional games, and has been selected as a venue for SEC baseball tournaments.
- Other events: The facility has accommodated high school championship games, summer collegiate leagues, and community events.
Renovations and Upgrades
Since its opening, Alex Box Stadium has undergone periodic upgrades, including enhancements to seating, concession areas, and the installation of improved lighting and sound systems to meet evolving NCAA standards.
Location and Access
- Address: Located within the LSU campus quadrangle, adjacent to other athletic facilities such as the Pete Maravich Assembly Center and the LSU Strength and Conditioning Center.
- Transportation: The stadium is accessible via campus shuttle routes, public bus services, and on‑site parking structures.
Notable Achievements
- Attendance records: The stadium has consistently ranked among the top collegiate baseball venues in the United States for average attendance.
- Championships: While the stadium itself does not hold titles, the LSU Tigers have secured multiple SEC regular‑season and tournament championships, as well as College World Series titles, during the period in which the stadium has been their home field.
References
- LSU Athletics official website, “Alex Box Stadium – Skip Bertman Field” (accessed 2026).
- NCAA publications on baseball facilities and attendance statistics.
- Historical records from the LSU Archives concerning Alex Box and the stadium’s construction.