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Photo Gallery: Let there be lights!

First signs of wheat-inspired light poles go up at fast-moving new David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium

, and R1S1Sports.com

August 7, 2024 . 6:00 AM

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The first wheat-inspired light towers at the newly built David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium were recently erected at the north end of the stadium. [R1S1 Sports photos]

Progress on the construction at the new David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium has continued to move along at a blazing pace.

In fact, if you didn't know that the Jayhawks won't be able to play there until the 2025 season, you might think they're gearing up for a game in a month.

There's still plenty to be done and all kinds of work ahead, but the frame of the new stadium is now clearly visible and they've started to install the light poles that will give the new venue its unique and signature look.

Here's a look at the latest progress at the stadium, from the first week of KU football's preseason camp.