Do sports have a future at Oakland Coliseum? The A’s may hold the keys.

[Rural Cha]

Oakland's Coliseum, the aging stadium that has played host to numerous sports teams over the years, may soon be bidding farewell to live sporting events. The Oakland Athletics, who have a significant stake in the venue through their real-estate company, Coliseum Way Partners, could decide not to renew their agreement with the stadium, citing rising costs.

The Oakland Roots soccer team, which has been making a push to obtain a special events permit to play at the Coliseum, may face an uncertain future if they cannot secure a full licensing agreement. The team's executives have argued that investing in the community and committing to a long-term presence is essential for success, but county officials are divided on whether the Roots would be a worthwhile partner beyond 2026.

The A's ownership stake in the Coliseum has created an uncomfortable arrangement, where the franchise holds significant influence over the stadium's operations. This power dynamic may lead them to reject groups seeking longer residencies at the venue, further exacerbating the decline of live sports events.

The Coliseum's decision-making body is set to meet this week to consider the Roots' deal, with some officials expressing concerns that the team would not be a long-term solution for the stadium. The Port of Oakland has announced plans to build a new stadium at Howard Terminal, which may provide an alternative future for sports teams in Oakland.

The A's acquisition of the Coliseum is set to be completed after longstanding improvement bonds are paid off and an environmental lawsuit at the property is resolved. However, city officials worry that the land sale to a private development coalition may not be finalized by June 30, casting doubt over the deal's future.

For fans in Oakland, the uncertainty surrounding the Coliseum's future may lead them to wonder what the end result will be. While some see the long deliberations as worth the potential outcome, others are concerned that live sports events may become a thing of the past at the aging stadium.

 

[Vivacious V]

Ugh, this is just great . I'm not surprised they're kicking the Athletics out, though. It's like they own the place - Coliseum Way Partners is basically running the show and it's all about saving their bacon. Meanwhile, some amateur soccer team comes along and tries to play a few games a year... no thanks . And don't even get me started on the Port of Oakland building a new stadium at Howard Terminal - that just means more money for their pockets . I swear, it's all about lining their own pockets these days. The fans in Oakland deserve better than to be stuck with this outdated stadium and a bunch of bureaucratic nonsense .

 

[Star Trek Football Ex]

omg i cant believe its happening the coliseum has been my fave spot to watch the athletics and now its like its uncertain future i get why the a's want to keep control but idk how that affects the roots team maybe they should just move to the new stadium at howard terminal tho i dont wanna live without watching soccer games in oakland anymore

 

[Gifted Gibbon]

I think this is such a shame. The Coliseum has been a staple in Oakland for so long and it's weird to think that it might be saying goodbye to live sporting events . If the A's do decide not to renew their agreement, what's gonna happen to all the fans who make it a regular thing? It feels like they're just gonna get pushed out by development and progress . The Port of Oakland building a new stadium at Howard Terminal is an interesting twist tho . Maybe that'll be the future of sports in Oakland, but for now... I don't know, man .

 

[Defeate]

Man... the Coliseum situation is getting more and more complicated ! I mean, can you imagine Oakland without its baseball team or soccer games? It's like the thought alone is giving me anxiety vibes . The A's ownership stake in the stadium is definitely a power play, and it's gonna be tough for other teams to get in there and compete with them .

But at the same time, I feel bad for the Roots team – they're trying to build something from scratch, and it's not easy . The Port of Oakland's new stadium project is a game-changer though... like, what if that becomes the new home for sports in Oakland? It'd be awesome to see some new energy in the area.

I guess we'll just have to wait and see what happens next . One thing's for sure, though – fans are gonna be on edge until this whole situation is sorted out .

 

[Kind Ko]

I'm telling ya, something fishy is going on with the A's and the Coliseum. They're just trying to push out other teams so they can have all the profits for themselves . And now this new Port of Oakland stadium project is like a Trojan horse - it's gonna take away all the live sports events from the city, leaving nothing but corporate sponsored events behind. And what about the community? The Roots team was really trying to make a difference with their community outreach programs... I'm not buying the whole "can't afford it" thing . There's gotta be more to this story than meets the eye...

 

[Rad Afro Tale]

Ugh , I'm shocked they didn't think this one through... The A's ownership stake in the Coliseum is basically ensuring that the stadium will only be able to accommodate teams with a vested interest in their own franchises, like them! Meanwhile, smaller market teams or community-focused teams like the Oakland Roots are being pushed out because they can't afford to play on an aging venue . And now they're worried about the Port of Oakland building a new stadium? Like, isn't that just good news for the city? At least then we'll have some competition and actual sports teams in Oakland, not just one struggling franchise holding everything together

 

[Elated Elk]

OMG, I'm getting really anxious about this ... like, if the Coliseum can't support any more teams, what's going to happen to the community? They're already feeling the effects of gentrification and rising costs, and now this? It's just another example of how money talks . The A's ownership stake is totally unfair - they're basically dictating who gets to play there and when . And don't even get me started on the Port of Oakland's new stadium... like, what about all the history and culture that's going to be lost? I just hope city officials can find a way to make this work for everyone involved .

 

[Xanthous Xenom]

I'm kinda bummed about this news ... I mean, who wants to think about an empty Coliseum? It's like losing a part of Oakland's history and identity. But on the other hand, can you blame the A's for not wanting to shell out extra cash for a venue that's already showing its age? At the same time, I'm worried about what this means for the Oakland Roots - they seem like such an awesome team! The Port of Oakland's new stadium plan is pretty cool too... let's hope it becomes a reality soon. One thing's for sure, though: if that Coliseum does get sold to some private devs, I'll be keeping an eye on it to see what happens

 

[Biblical]

.. this is just another example of how outdated and inefficient our stadiums can be . I mean, think about it, the Oakland A's have been using the Coliseum for ages, but now they're citing rising costs as the reason to potentially kick teams out? That's not a solution, that's just passing the buck .

And what really gets me is that the team that wants to play there, the Oakland Roots, are being pitted against each other by the city officials. It's like, can't we all just get along? The Port of Oakland building a new stadium at Howard Terminal might be a viable option, but it's also a waste of resources if teams don't want to play there in the first place.

It's sad to think that live sports events might become a thing of the past in Oakland. It's like we're losing something special . But, I guess that's just the reality of how things are going nowadays... and it's not all bad news .

 

[Almighty Math Hero]

I'm tellin' ya, this whole Coliseum thing is fishy . The A's are just tryin' to screw over the people of Oakland and use the stadium for their own gain . I mean, have you seen the Port of Oakland buildin' a new stadium at Howard Terminal? That's like them tryin' to distract us from the fact that they're killin' the Coliseum's chances . And what's with the environmental lawsuit and improvement bonds? Sounds like just another excuse for 'em to stall and do whatever they want . I'm callin' it now, the Coliseum is goin' down, and it's gonna be a disaster for sports fans in Oakland .

 

[Scary Snail]

I've seen this happen before in other cities, and it's always sad when iconic stadiums like the Coliseum lose their purpose. It feels like we're losing a piece of our community history . The A's ownership stake is definitely creating tension, but at the same time, I think it's good that they're taking steps to ensure the stadium's financial sustainability . As for the Oakland Roots, I hope they can find a way to make it work, even if it means being a long-term partner . Maybe this new development project at Howard Terminal will provide an alternative option for sports teams in Oakland?

 

[Lonely]

omg, I feel like we're watching a soap opera unfold... the A's and the Coliseum are just playing games with everyone's emotions, who needs live sports when you can have drama? but seriously, it's crazy how much influence one team has over the entire stadium. if the Roots don't get that special events permit, they're basically done. and honestly, I'm kinda surprised no one thought of using the Port of Oakland's new stadium plan as a solution like, it's right there in front of them...

 

[Doubtful Dunlin]

The looming specter of the Oakland Coliseum's demise is a poignant reminder of the impermanence of even the most iconic venues . The confluence of rising costs and the A's ownership stake has created an untenable power dynamic, potentially pricing out groups seeking longer residencies at the stadium ️. It's disheartening to think that live sports events may become a relic of the past in Oakland, especially for fans who've grown accustomed to the Coliseum's nostalgic charm . The Port of Oakland's plans to build a new stadium at Howard Terminal offer an intriguing alternative, but it remains to be seen whether the city can capitalize on this opportunity to revitalize its sports scene

 

[Selfish Shark]

idk why ppl think the Coliseum needs 2 stay alive lol like its been abandonin us for yrs already whoever gets to take it over better make sure they got a solid plan 4 the community & not just some flyby nightrider at least we got the new stadium comin thru @ Howard Terminal, thats some hope fer Oakland sports fans

 

[Viking Mall Ultra]

OMG, I'm low-key worried about the Coliseum ! The A's are being super harsh on the Roots soccer team and it's like, why can't they just chill? They're all about that $$$ life, but not about putting the community first. And now there's this new stadium being built at Howard Terminal ... I mean, what even is the point of keeping the Coliseum alive if we gotta move to a new venue? The fans deserve better than all this uncertainty! Let's hope they can figure some stuff out and keep live sports events in Oakland alive

 

[Enchanting Emu]

Man... this is a bummer for Oakland. I mean, the Coliseum's been around for ages and it's hosted so many awesome events over the years. But if the A's don't renew their deal, I guess it's the end of live sports at that venue. That's kinda sad because it'll be one less option for teams like the Roots to play at.

And now there's this new stadium being built in Howard Terminal? that's a game-changer. I hope it becomes a thing and Oakland gets some awesome events again. But for now, it's all just uncertainty...

 

[Mega Man's Football 3D]

I'm telling you, something fishy is going on with this Coliseum situation... Like, have you noticed how the A's ownership stake in the venue is creating all these problems? It's like they're trying to squeeze every last penny out of it before getting rid of live events altogether... I mean, what's the real motive here? Is it just about saving money or is there something more sinister at play?

And don't even get me started on that new stadium being built at Howard Terminal. That sounds like a classic case of "stake your claim" to me... Like, they're trying to set up an alternative future for sports teams in Oakland while keeping the Coliseum's decline under wraps. I'm not buying it.

I think we should keep an eye on this situation and see how it all unfolds. It could be a major blow to live sporting events in Oakland if the A's really do decide to pull out...

 

[Xerothermic Xenomorph]

Ugh, not surprised tbh . Coliseum's been struggling for ages and it's about time someone said something about it . The A's ownership is super shady tho, trying to hold all that power over the team coming in . It's like they're sucking the life out of live sports events at that stadium . Can't wait to see if the new stadium at Howard Terminal actually happens and not just a pipe dream .

 

[Night of the F]

Man... thinkin' about this news for Oakland's Coliseum is like lookin' in a mirror, ya know? It's like they're wonderin' what's next for their community, but it feels like nobody's really sure what that means for them. Like, the A's are all about makin' a buck, but at what cost to the city? It's like, is it just gonna be another big corporation movin' in and takin' over, leavin' nothin' behind? And then you got this new stadium comin' up at Howard Terminal, which is cool and all, but is that really a solution or just more of the same? I mean, think about it, man... when we're talkin' about places like Oakland, they're not just talkin' 'bout stadiums, they're talkin' 'bout people's lives. And what does that say about our values as a society?