Any chance we will not renew with Wofford for training camp?

[charlottenian]

I hope the Big Cat signs another 15 year extension with Wofford College

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/597/story/842142.html

[ItsNotGonnaBeAlright]

Unless the team wants to officially cut all ties from SC, this isn't anything to be concerned about. And that aint happening.

[panthers55]

I like the facility and figure it is a win-win situation for all parties. As long as Richardson is around, I suspect it will be there as well. Maybe they won't sign another 15 years but at least 5 more years probably longer.

[ItsNotGonnaBeAlright]

I like the facility and figure it is a win-win situation for all parties. As long as Richardson is around, I suspect it will be there as well. Maybe they won't sign another 15 years but at least 5 more years probably longer.

Yeah, if Richardson survives the year then there is no way that the team does not renew. I think its pretty obvious that he cares about tradition more than dollar signs and the organization is built around that mantra.

[Peppa Jack Supreme]

I wish they would move it to Emerald Isle, NC. Then i wouldnt have to drive 7 hours to watch practice every year.

[Kyle82]

Like the article said most teams are staying close to home but I hope TC stays just like it is. :thumbsup:

[Section 505]

Wofford is actually one of the best training camp setups in all the league.

So says Peter King:

http://vault.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/web/COM1045534/index.htm

Its just a good setup with the hill and the close parking and the kids area right there. I take the kids down to the first day of practice every year, and then hit 1 or 2 more before its over with.

[Niner National]

I hope they move it. Charlotte is the home and is the most central location that makes sense in the Carolinas. It's pretty much right in the middle for everyone in both states. If they don't want to have it at the practice fields, then have it at Davidson or later at UNCC when the football program is up and running. Even JCSU would work. Richardson can still make the players stay in the dorms like he does at Wofford.

I don't expect it to move though.

[mantal]

Jerry stroked a $1,000,000.00 check to upgrade the facility just last year. Does that sound like he plans on moving?

[panthers55]

Jerry stroked a $1,000,000.00 check to upgrade the facility just last year. Does that sound like he plans on moving?

I read that and thought the exact same thing. He plans to upgrade Winthrop while providing a great training camp atmosphere. It isn't going anywhere. It is hot though!!!!!!

[Kettle]

being that I am in Wilimington, i'd like to see it move to UNCW. people who make the trip would also be getting a beach vacation. they won't be moving though.

[mantal]

being that I am in Wilimington, i'd like to see it move to UNCW. people who make the trip would also be getting a beach vacation. they won't be moving though.

I wasn't aware that training camp was for the fans, I thought it was for the players to learn their plays and improve their working as a unit for the season. But hey, I do love the Wilmington area, my sister has a condo on Wrightsville.

I'm sure the staff would rather the players not have the distraction of being at the beach while they're trying to learn the playbook...

[Scrumtrilescent]

No.

[Kettle]

I wasn't aware that training camp was for the fans, I thought it was for the players to learn their plays and improve their working as a unit for the season. But hey, I do love the Wilmington area, my sister has a condo on Wrightsville.

I'm sure the staff would rather the players not have the distraction of being at the beach while they're trying to learn the playbook...

i'm aware of that. just said it cuz of the emerald isle comment.