How much was raised since you seem to be the only one who knows? It’s the first time I have heard there were actually funds raised.
I don't recall the exact number. But they had a pretty good amount prior to 2020 shutting everything down.
The issue was when the construction went back out for bidding, the amount came back much less than projected.
This has actually been reported by the HD as well as the whole story of the field and details therein.
Go look it up yourself.
There is much to figure out as to why the amount was lower than the original projected amount;
2020 didn't help.
Hamrick and the MU BoG were already at odds with one another over firing Doc, Gilbert resigning (Gilbert stood with MH and Doc in 2016), and JJ being an annoying walking fat sponge controlling things behind the scenes.
Continued delays from the MU BoG because (among listed pettiness) potential new location of the field on the ACF property or nearer to it.
The supposed rumor of Kroger buying the property.
Hamrick just magnificently failed at estimating the cost himself, although I doubt it because he hasn't miscalculated multiple million dollar projects in the past.
In short, Hamrick raised enough funds to begin construction, and by all accounts, build the stadium, but many things got in the way.
Hamrick had the support of Mayor Williams, enough for him to not only support but be part of the groundbreaking ceremony.
Tell me, why would Hamrick lie about funds or this whole project with no intention of doing it, when he's pretty much been able to build most of/if not everything he's said he would?