The field at Notre Dame Stadium showed some wear and tear at the spring game. (USATSI)
So you’re looking for a piece of sacred ground from Notre Dame stadium? Apparently, you’re in luck! Notre Dame has announced that they’re selling off pieces of the stadium field for $149.95 per 10 square foot roll. I know they sold sections of the benches when they did the last stadium expansion. That I understand … it makes a cool addition to any Notre Dame man (or woman) cave. And trust me, I have plenty of Notre Dame “stuff” in my woman cave. But selling pieces of the field? Really? Are we that desperate for money that we have to sell sections of grass from the stadium? Grass that was just installed during the 2013 season mind you. I guess I should applaud them for letting nothing go to waste. Okay, if you really want a piece of the field from Notre Dame stadium, far be it from me to stand in your way. Go ahead, buy away. I just don’t understand why we need to take a piece of tradition and turn it into a profit. Maybe I’m being a bit snarky, but I just don’t see why we have to sell the field.
Anyways, snark aside, if you’re interested in buying a piece of Notre Dame tradition and lore, here’s the 411:
WHAT IT COSTS
$149.95
2-day shipping included
Each ten sq. ft. roll of Notre Dame Stadium Grass costs $149.95, 2-day shipping included. All sales are final. Limit: five field pieces per person.
WHAT YOU GET
One 5 ft. by 2 ft. roll of grass and soil removed from the playing surface at Notre Dame Stadium with a certificate of authenticity.
HOW TO BUY
All orders must be submitted through our online store. All major credit cards accepted. Supplies are limited.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I expect to receive my grass?
You should expect your grass to arrive on or around Friday, May 23. Grass will be removed from Notre Dame Stadium on Tuesday, May 20 and shipped by UPS on Wednesday, May 21 for second day arrival.
How do I know this is real Notre Dame Stadium grass?
Each roll of grass comes packaged with a Certificate of Authenticity attesting to it as genuine Notre Dame Stadium grass.
Why is Notre Dame selling the grass turf?
Over the years, fans have expressed feelings about the sentimental value the grass in Notre Dame Stadium holds for them. This is an opportunity for those who so choose to fulfill their desire to own Notre Dame Stadium grass.
How did you set the price?
We took into account both market prices and a desire to make it accessible to a wide range of Notre Dame fans. The price also includes 2-day shipping anywhere in the continental United States.
Will my section of turf be completely full of grass? Or could it contain just dirt on top?
Sections of grass selected for this sale will be taken from areas of the field with the least amount of wear and consist of as much fully covered grass as possible.
Will there be football field lines painted on my grass?
You should not expect lines on the grass. The Blue-Gold game in April was the last time lines were painted on the field.
How long was this grass in Notre Dame Stadium?
Your roll of Notre Dame Stadium grass was installed during the 2013 season.
Can I request a certain section of the field?
No. Rolls of stadium grass are randomly selected.
Can I return my section of grass if I don’t like it?
Since this is a live product, all sales are final and returns cannot be accepted.
What if my grass dies during shipping?
The grass will be alive and in the best possible condition when packaged and shipped. We cannot be responsible for any incidents during shipping. If you have concerns about the condition of your grass when it arrives please contact our customer support center at ndturf@jpent.com.
What if my grass dies after replanting?
We cannot be responsible for the replanting nor the conditions in which the grass has to grow after replanting.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions or concerns?
Notre Dame has partnered with J.P. Enterprises to handle the grass removal and shipping. They have established a customer service center available at ndturf@jpent.com to handle inquiries. You can expect a response within 24 hours during the business week.
Order now, supplies are limited.
So what do you think? Am I being too snarky? Have I turned into a crabby old man? Is selling pieces of the stadium field a good thing?
Cheers!
Lisa
Her Loyal ... Daughter
Lisa Kelly is a multidimensional marketing professional. She has over two decades of marketing experience and earned a bachelor of business administration and marketing from the University of Notre Dame (Class of 1993 ... Siegfried Hall!). She is a Digital Publishing Manager by day and by night is writing her third book, a continuation of "Echoes From the End Zone: The Men We Became" and its sequel "The Men We Became: MORE Echoes From the End Zone." In 2012, Lisa was crowned the "Biggest Fan of the Big East" in a blogging and social media contest, representing Notre Dame.
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/grabs popcorn
I don’t do snark often, but when I do … #kaboom
“I’LL SHOW ND HOW TO GROW GRASS”
/buys overpriced grass
/dies in a week
I ordered a roll. I’ll put it in my yard, likely, as I think it’d be too hard to nail to the wall. The dirt will probably be crumbly. I’m a little perplexed, though, at the injury disclaimer that comes with: WARNING. THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE INJURY TO INCLUDE BROKEN ANKLES, RIPPED KNEES, RUPTURED TENDONS, AND SHATTERED DREAMS. DO NOT USE WITHOUT DUE REGARD FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, REASONABLE EXPECTATIONS.
Nicely done.
Q: “Why is Notre Dame selling the grass turf?”
A: They’d be silly if they didn’t. I posted the first day the announcement was made that they would do that – it’s a no-brainer.
Q: “How much money will they make?”
A: Lots
Q: “Why will people spend this kind of money for something like that?”
A: Because they can and they want other people to KNOW they can
and/or
Because it seems like a good idea.
Nobody’s making anybody buy it.
I guess I just don’t see the value of grass turf that has only been in the stadium for at most 12 months.
I wonder why they’ve never sold it before.
And I would have more happy about it if the money was going to a good cause/charity … but I’m not telling anyone NOT to buy it. I’m just saying that I’m not a fan.
Not even 12 months. Remember, they replaced the turf in the middle of this past season.
I’m much more cynical than you are. Notre Dame is good at a lot of things and making money – lots of it – is one of them.