Baton Rouge is the setting for this round, played on the actual streets of the city. The course uses real attractions like Tiger Stadium as the basis for the holes. Skip knows every sidewalk and shortcut in town, even the ones where the best crumbs are hidden. This quick 9-hole round covers 3.5 mi with a total par of 28.
You aren't looking at a quiet campus lawn. This is Tiger Stadium, an outdoor stadium located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Situated on the campus of Louisiana State University, it is the home stadium of the LSU Tigers football team. Many people refer to the venue as Death Valley. While the stadium's inception was in 1924, the university didn't always play here. Prior to 1924, LSU played its home games at State Field, which was located on the old LSU campus in Downtown Baton Rouge. I've seen plenty of crowds from the air, but nothing quite matches the energy of this place on a game day. It is a massive landmark that defines the atmosphere of the campus for everyone who visits.
Let me show you the Greek Theatre, a sylvan theater located on the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This open-air space opened in 1925 and is designed with seating for approximately 3,500 people. It was built to hold the entire university population, making it a central point for the campus community. You can pick out where the crowd once gathered, as the theater was once the location of major university assemblies. I have found that the layout makes it a wonderful spot for a quiet break between classes, though I usually prefer the higher branches of the surrounding trees for a better view of the seating area. It is a unique piece of the campus that manages to feel both grand and tucked away from the main bustle of university life.
You will first notice the open space and greenery of Magnolia Mound Park. This spot is a park where visitors can spend some time outdoors in the city. I find it is a pleasant place to stretch your legs and watch the world go by while you are exploring Baton Rouge.
Let me show you Roosevelt Street Park. This area is a park, providing a dedicated space for greenery and outdoor activity within the city. Whether you are passing through or stopping for a moment, it is a spot where the natural environment takes center stage. I often see people enjoying the open air here, and it is a pleasant break from the surrounding urban bustle.
Let me show you the Beauregard Town Historic District. This area of Baton Rouge is a historic district. When you are walking through the neighborhood, you can pick out the specific characteristics that define the region. I have spent plenty of time flying over these streets, and it is a great spot to get your bearings in the city. Whether you are here for the game or just visiting, this district provides a glimpse into the local layout of the area.
Look up at the 20-foot-tall heights of these two Native American mounds. Located on the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, this archaeological site dates back to the Archaic Period. The mounds predate the Great Pyramids of Egypt, with construction beginning more than 11,000 years ago. Work on the site may have continued until 5,000 years ago. Because of their age and significance, they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I've seen plenty of things on this campus from my perch in the trees, but these are some of the oldest landmarks in the area. You can see how the land was shaped long before the university ever existed, providing a window into the distant past of Louisiana.
Take a look at the seating; there is room for 13,215 people in this multi-purpose arena. This is the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It opened in 1972 and was originally known as the LSU Assembly Center. Shortly after Pete Maravich died in 1988, Louisiana governor Buddy Roemer signed an act to rename the building in Maravich's honor. I've seen plenty of crowds gather here, and the energy in the air is always something to behold. Whether you are visiting for a basketball game or a large show, it is a landmark of the city that anchors the local sporting culture. It is the kind of place where you can really feel the passion of the crowd echoing off the walls.
Built in 1996, the LSU Soccer Stadium is an association football venue located on the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Since its construction, it has become the home of the LSU Tigers women's soccer team. If you are visiting the grounds, you can pick out the two levels of the stadium, which provide a clear view of the pitch. The facility has a seating capacity of 2,197. I have noticed that the campus layout makes it a great spot for a stroll between matches, and the atmosphere during a home game is something you can really feel in the air. Whether you are a sports fan or just exploring the university, the stadium is a distinct part of the campus landscape that shows the growth of the athletic program over the last few decades.
Alex Box Stadium is a baseball stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is the home stadium of the Louisiana State University Tigers baseball team and was designed by the architect DLR Group. As you look around the grounds, you can pick out the different dedications that define the space. The stadium section was named for Simeon Alex Box, who was an LSU letterman in 1942. Additionally, the field was named and dedicated on May 17, 2013, in honor of Skip Bertman, a former athletic director and head baseball coach for LSU. It is a great spot to feel the energy of the local sports scene. I have found that the atmosphere here is always buzzing, even when there isn't a game in progress.
Tiger Park opened prior to the 2009 college softball season as a sports venue on the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Since its inception in 2009, it has become the home field of the LSU Lady Tigers softball team. You can pick out the Tiger Park Terrace, an outfield berm renamed in 2016 that can accommodate in excess of 1,200 fans. The stadium has an official capacity of 2,671 people, though it has seen larger crowds in the past. For instance, a record attendance of 3,242 occurred on March 25, 2016, during a game versus the University of Florida. I've seen plenty of excited fans gathering here for the big games.