Bears pursue Hammond stadium, attracting interest from other teams
nwitimes.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Chicago Bears are in discussions regarding a potential stadium in Hammond, Indiana. Phil Taillon, CEO of SSCVA, indicated that conversations have already taken place with two professional sports teams interested in exploring opportunities in Northwest Indiana. This development comes as the Bears aim to enhance their venue options amid existing logistical challenges. The engagement from additional sports teams could signal an evolving sports in the Calumet Region, potentially adding new venues to the area.
- •Bears explore stadium options in Hammond, Indiana.
- •Two other professional teams express interest in the area.
- •Phil Taillon represents SSCVA in discussions.
- •This could impact local sports infrastructure and events.
- 9:30 PMnwitimes.com — Bears Hammond stadium pursuit has spurred interest from two other sports teams in Northwest Indiana - nwitimes.com
""We've already had conversations with two different professional sports teams that are looking for new sites and want to explore an opportunity in Northwest Indiana," SSCVA CEO Phil Taillon said.
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