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2013 FURMAN UNIVERSITY p BASEBALL Latham Stadium LATHAM BASEBALL STADIUM O ne of the first on-campus facilities constructed (1956) prior to Furman University's move from downtown Greenville in the late 1950s, Latham Baseball Stadium, named in honor and memory of Dr. John T. and Gloria Latham, the parents of former Paladin All-Southern Conference performer and Furman benefactor Tommy Latham and his family in May of 393 2008, possesses as much charm 371 and character as any baseball 350 complex in the league. 330 330 Located in the heart of Furman's modern athletics complex on one of the nation's most scenic campuses, Latham Stadium boasts an outstanding, well-maintained playing surface of Bermuda and rye grass known for its consistency and smoothness. In addition, the facility boasts a press box and scoreboard, a netted backstop that has dramatically improved sight lines for fans, and expanded dugouts. With seating for 2,000, including 300 permanent stadium-style seats installed prior to the 1998 season, restroom facilities, and concession stand, the stadium offers fans an excellent venue for enjoying collegiate baseball. In the spring of 2001, Latham Baseball Stadium underwent yet another significant improvement with the addition of lights that meet standards for Double A and Triple A professional baseball. On April 13, 2001, the Paladins hosted Southern Conference foe UNC Greensboro in the first home night game ever played on campus. Since its opening on March 20, 1956, Latham Baseball Stadium has served as the home of six Southern Conference championship teams, including the 2005 Paladin squad that advanced to the NCAA Atlanta Regional after claiming the league's tournament championship in dominating fashion. Latham Baseball Stadium measures 330 feet down the left and right field lines, 350 feet to left center field, 371 feet to the right center field power alley, and 393 feet to the center field fence. 2