Arrowhead Naming Rights - Page 4

Archie Bunker · 02-08-2007, 11:52 PM

Sorry if repost...

http://www.thekansascitychannel.com/...23/detail.html

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- KMBC has learned that the Chiefs are starting to shop around the naming rights for Arrowhead Stadium.

In the new lease deal, the Chiefs and the Royals gained control over their stadium naming rights and would get to keep all funds from any sale.

KMBC's Micheal Mahoney reported that the Chiefs appear to be in the initial stages of checking to see whether any company is interested in buying the naming rights.

The Chiefs confirmed that they have retained a company to help them look for a potential buyer.

"I would guess that both (the Chiefs and the Royals) are entertaining the possibility of naming rights," said Jim Rowland, executive director of the Jackson County Sports Authority.

Mahoney reported that the name of an NFL stadium is probably worth several million dollars a year. For example, Sprint is paying $2.5 million a year for the new downtown arena for 25 years, and the arena doesn't have a team yet.

Rowland said the teams would take the issue of naming rights seriously.

"Both teams are certainly aware of the brand identity they've developed with Arrowhead Stadium and Kaffuman stadium. And I know the Royals are certainly sensitive and protective of the Kauffman name," Rowland said.

Mahoney reported that selling the naming rights is probably not the No. 1 priority for either team -- they're both preparing for the large-scale renovations voters approved last year.

**Dartgod** · 02-09-2007, 07:40 AM

I seem to remember that Lamar's request was not so much about corporate sponsorship as it was that he didn't want it renamed Lamar Hunt Stadium or something to that effect.

cookster50 · 02-09-2007, 08:13 AM

Invesco Field at Arrowhead has a nice ring to it.

Chiefs_Fan · 02-09-2007, 08:20 AM

It needs to stay "Arrowhead Stadium", it's one of the last names to stay true to just the team.

The name can't be improved upon.

StcChief · 02-09-2007, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob Dole

In keeping with the organization's pattern of top-notch success, whoever buys the naming rights will likely file for bankruptcy within 2 years of signing the deal and the Chiefs will only see a fraction of the money.

ala the Savvis Center in STL.... now the Scott Trade Center

htismaqe · 02-09-2007, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by StcChief

ala the Savvis Center in STL.... now the Scott Trade Center

Or the TWA...err, Edward Jones Dome...

boogblaster · 02-09-2007, 08:46 AM

As long as it isn't some Middle-Eastern Company's name..they own about 1/3 of this country now....

Archie F. Swin · 02-09-2007, 08:46 AM

Lets see how well the purchase of naming right shields the season ticket holder from another price increase

waiting...

**Iowanian** · 02-09-2007, 08:50 AM

Kauffman rights should be bought by Macco.

"Uh Oh, Better Get macco" field.

What are the odds on NFL Security calling PR Capone, and the "you're classless and derranged" email from Bob Chitlins and Gretz?

Warrior5 · 02-09-2007, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

You know what... years after Denver sold the rights to Invesco, I can't say that it bothers me much. I still say "Pile High" and often utter the word "Incrisco". Most of my friends are the same way... the only time I notice it is from you guys or on the signage obviously, but it really doesn't register with me like I thought it would.

I had feelings similar to many of you when Denver did this... but in retrospect, it hasn't really changed much for me...

**BigRedChief** · 02-09-2007, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by FAX

Hold on a sec. I thought Lamar said (on his death bed) to leave the Arrowhead name alone?

FAX

King Carl? Clark Hunt? Wonder who is pushing this?

FAX · 02-09-2007, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRedChief

King Carl? Clark Hunt? Wonder who is pushing this?

No idea. But, I think I misread the article, Mr. BigRedChief. You "could" interpret the quote as requesting that the name be left alone, but it isn't as specific as I had recalled.

I wonder what Lamar's true feelings were on this subject. I suppose we'll never know.

FAX

**BigRedChief** · 02-09-2007, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Archie F. Swin

Lets see how well the purchase of naming right shields the season ticket holder from another price increase

waiting...

But I will bet you anything that you would like to bet if they announce naming rights in the presser it will be said that this will keep PSL's from ever being placed on the season ticket holders.

But If I remember right wasn't that part of the deal. No future PSL's?

Hog Rider · 02-09-2007, 09:43 AM

Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.

Chiefs_Fan · 02-09-2007, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by J P Hedden

Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.

I hate their comercials, but I love going to the games!

Eleazar · 02-09-2007, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by J P Hedden

Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.

Haha. I saw this deal on TV that said - surprisingly enough - that HeadOn stuff is a bunch of garbage. What they claim as the active ingredient is in there to a degree of like 1 part per million and that it performed just like the placebo. Basically, it's chap stick.

02-08-2007, 11:52 PM
Archie Bunker The Wait Is Over Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Random Small Town Casino cash: $2038978	Arrowhead Naming Rights Sorry if repost... http://www.thekansascitychannel.com/...23/detail.html KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- KMBC has learned that the Chiefs are starting to shop around the naming rights for Arrowhead Stadium. In the new lease deal, the Chiefs and the Royals gained control over their stadium naming rights and would get to keep all funds from any sale. KMBC's Micheal Mahoney reported that the Chiefs appear to be in the initial stages of checking to see whether any company is interested in buying the naming rights. The Chiefs confirmed that they have retained a company to help them look for a potential buyer. "I would guess that both (the Chiefs and the Royals) are entertaining the possibility of naming rights," said Jim Rowland, executive director of the Jackson County Sports Authority. Mahoney reported that the name of an NFL stadium is probably worth several million dollars a year. For example, Sprint is paying $2.5 million a year for the new downtown arena for 25 years, and the arena doesn't have a team yet. Rowland said the teams would take the issue of naming rights seriously. "Both teams are certainly aware of the brand identity they've developed with Arrowhead Stadium and Kaffuman stadium. And I know the Royals are certainly sensitive and protective of the Kauffman name," Rowland said. Mahoney reported that selling the naming rights is probably not the No. 1 priority for either team -- they're both preparing for the large-scale renovations voters approved last year.
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02-09-2007, 07:40 AM	#46
Dartgod Wasted away again... Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: in Margaritaville Casino cash: $7420000	I seem to remember that Lamar's request was not so much about corporate sponsorship as it was that he didn't want it renamed Lamar Hunt Stadium or something to that effect. __________________ If you shed a tear for me, please make it a tear of joy. -Joe Tracy (Nzoner) . .
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02-09-2007, 08:13 AM	#47
cookster50 Supreme Commander of My House Join Date: Apr 2004 Casino cash: $3183622	Invesco Field at Arrowhead has a nice ring to it.
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02-09-2007, 08:20 AM	#48
Chiefs_Fan Starter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: St. Charles County Casino cash: $9259900	It needs to stay "Arrowhead Stadium", it's one of the last names to stay true to just the team. The name can't be improved upon.
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02-09-2007, 08:46 AM	#51
boogblaster MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Verdigris Valley Campsite Casino cash: $10004900	As long as it isn't some Middle-Eastern Company's name..they own about 1/3 of this country now.... __________________ WR or S please
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02-09-2007, 08:46 AM	#52
Archie F. Swin This is the way Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Casino cash: $9975673	Lets see how well the purchase of naming right shields the season ticket holder from another price increase waiting... __________________ "No Two People Will Do It The Same, You got It Down...When You Appear to Be In Pain!"
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02-09-2007, 08:50 AM	#53
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4778454	Kauffman rights should be bought by Macco. "Uh Oh, Better Get macco" field. What are the odds on NFL Security calling PR Capone, and the "you're classless and derranged" email from Bob Chitlins and Gretz?
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02-09-2007, 09:43 AM	#58
Hog Rider Former Illinoisian Join Date: May 2001 Location: South-Middle Tennessee Casino cash: $4745610	Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts. Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts. Arrowhead On, rub it where it hurts.
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