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HVCC president aims to keep Tri-City ValleyCats at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

HVCC president aims to keep Tri-City ValleyCats at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium

Summary

Hudson Valley Community College President Michael Brophy stated plans to retain the Frontier League's Tri-City ValleyCats at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium for the 2027 season and beyond. The announcement followed the team's final home game of the current season, a 9-8 loss to the Down East Bird Dawgs. Both Brophy and team owner Rick Murphy are negotiating a long-term lease agreement that includes updates to stadium infrastructure. Planned renovations include the installation of artificial turf, upgraded lighting, and improvements to the scoreboard and electrical systems. While specific lease details remain under negotiation between the college, the county, and the franchise, officials expect to reach an agreement soon to ensure the team continues play in Troy.

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By the Numbers

•Tri-City ValleyCats lost 9-8 to Down East Bird Dawgs in their final home game.
•Negotiations are underway for a new five-year lease starting in 2027.
•Proposed stadium upgrades include artificial turf and improved lighting.
•The team plans to play its 25th season next year.

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2:00 PMYahoo Sports — HVCC president plans to have ValleyCats back for 'years to come'

What they're saying

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"We're all united on doing an artificial turf field and we're united on improving the electric and lighting in the stadium," Brophy said. "It's just a matter of when."
— Yahoo Sports

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