Georgia State University has cleared a major milestone in the development of its long-planned baseball stadium, with the City of Atlanta officially approving the project’s Land Disturbance Permit in November. The approval grants the university all required clearances to begin construction on the new facility, with site preparation already underway.
Construction equipment has begun arriving at the historic Summerhill location following the city’s approval on Nov. 18, 2025. The $15.4 million stadium is scheduled for completion in fall 2026 and is expected to significantly enhance Georgia State’s baseball program while strengthening the university’s footprint in the surrounding community.
Once complete, the stadium will relocate Georgia State baseball closer to the heart of campus and place the program within steps of Center Parc Credit Union Stadium, the GSU Convocation Center and the university’s downtown Atlanta campus. University officials say the project also reinforces Georgia State’s long-term investment in the continued revitalization of the Summerhill neighborhood.
The new stadium is being constructed on the former site of Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, a venue that hosted generations of iconic sporting events, including home games for the Atlanta Braves and Falcons, the Peach Bowl, Atlanta Chiefs matches and Olympic baseball during the 1996 Summer Games.
The site also carries historic significance as the location of Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th career home run on April 8, 1974. Georgia State plans to prominently honor Aaron’s legacy as part of the project, beginning with the relocation of the Hank Aaron statue from Center Parc Credit Union Stadium to the main entrance of the new baseball facility. The stadium will also feature a permanent commemorative marker in left field marking the precise location of Aaron’s historic home run.
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In addition to preserving history, the stadium will deliver modern upgrades aimed at improving both athletic performance and the fan experience. Planned features include a turf playing surface, expanded dugouts, enhanced batting cages and bullpen areas, new technology infrastructure, and upgraded seating and hospitality spaces.
“This stadium represents more than just a place to play baseball,” Georgia State President Dr. M. Brian Blake said. “It connects Georgia State to Atlanta's sports legacy and creates a vibrant future for our program and community.”
University officials emphasized that the project has been made possible through strong donor support and remains an ongoing fundraising effort. Georgia State Athletics Director Charlie Cobb said the department continues to seek additional contributions to enhance the scope of the facility.
“We understand the importance of this project to many,” Cobb said. “It is exciting for us as well. Additionally, there are still ways to help us expand our scope by financially contributing to the project. Every contribution helps us make this project even more special for our student-athletes, fans, and alumni.”
Georgia State Athletics noted that naming partners for the stadium and playing field will be announced after approval by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents. Additional naming opportunities remain available for donors interested in supporting the project.
The university said it will continue to share construction updates as the project progresses toward its targeted 2026 opening.
Originally reported by Georgia State Sports.
