IU Coach Tracy Smith said Bart Kaufman Field adds a sense of professionalism to the work his team does.
"The guys stick their chest out a little bit further," Smith said. "They carry themselves a little bit differently. It creates more of a sense of responsibility: 'Don't take this for granted. A lot has gone into this. Live up to those expectations.'
"Not that they weren't before, but it just kind of changes your mindset. 'This is a professional work environment. It's fun.' It makes you feel special."
Smith added that when the wind is blowing out, it's going to be a hitter's park.
Bart Kaufman Field
down the lines ... 330 feet
center field ... 400
right center ... 366
left center ... 370
Sembower Field
down the lines ... 333
right center ... 370
left center ... 370
center field ... about 390*
* Smith said Monday 390 may be generous. Sembower does not have a number in CF...
Related: Smith said at Media Day 2012 that he was going to take care of the media members. This tweet by Dustin Dopirak sums up the press box quite well.
