Billion-Dollar Stadium Could Bring Dallas Stars to Collin County Suburb
FRISCO, TEXAS – The Dallas Stars are exploring a move to Frisco, Texas, with plans for a new, state-of-the-art billion-dollar stadium, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. The potential relocation stems from a fractured relationship with the Dallas mavericks, who control the naming rights to the American Airlines Center, the arena currently shared by both teams.
The escalating dispute between the Stars and Mavericks, now under new ownership led by Miriam Adelson, centers around a 1998 franchise agreement. The stars believe the Mavs are attempting to exert undue control over arena revenue and future advancement opportunities. This impasse has prompted the Stars to actively seek an independent home, potentially transforming Frisco into a major hub for professional sports. The move would significantly impact the economic landscape of Collin County and reshape the dynamics of the Dallas-Fort Worth sports market.
The roots of the conflict lie in the original agreement establishing the American Airlines Center. The Stars allege the Mavericks are in breach of a clause within that agreement, seeking to limit the Stars’ ability to pursue independent revenue streams. Recent negotiations have reportedly stalled, with the Stars concluding that a long-term co-existence with the Mavericks’ new ownership is unlikely.
“Given the Mavs’ strong-arm tactics, chances of the Stars agreeing to cohabitate long-term are nil. Not that the mavs will lose any sleep over it,” a source close to the Stars organization stated.
Frisco, a rapidly growing suburb north of Dallas, has emerged as a prime location for the proposed stadium. The city has successfully attracted major corporate headquarters and professional sports franchises, including the dallas Cowboys’ World Headquarters and practice facility, The Star. A new Stars arena would further solidify Frisco’s position as a premier sports destination.
The proposed billion-dollar stadium would be a multi-purpose entertainment venue, designed to host not only Stars games but also concerts, and other large-scale events. Details regarding potential funding mechanisms and a specific timeline for construction remain under discussion. However, the Stars are actively engaged in site selection and preliminary planning, signaling a serious commitment to the Frisco location.
