Phase I calls for the relocation of the playing venue for the Charlotte 49ers' men's and women's soccer programs, which will take the programs back to their playing site before the construction of Irwin Belk Track and Field Center / Transamerica Field in 1996. The soccer and lacrosse stadium will provide a spectacular new home for the 49ers' national-caliber men's and women's soccer programs as well as the program's newest sport - women's lacrosse. The stadium will offer excellent fan amenities while bringing Niner Nation up close to all the on-field action. Prior to its completion, the lacrosse program will play its home games at Jerry Richardson Stadium.