Ellerbe Becket was a prominent architecture and engineering firm that specialized in the design of sports stadiums and arenas. Founded in 1909, the firm was initially known as Ellerbe & Co. and was based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 1992, the firm merged with the Becket Group, a firm based in Kansas City, Missouri, and became Ellerbe Becket.

The firm quickly became a leader in the sports industry, designing some of the most iconic sports venues in the world. These included the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, and the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm also designed the Olympic Stadium for the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia.

Ellerbe Becket was also known for its innovative designs, which often incorporated modern materials and technologies. The firm was also known for its commitment to sustainability, designing stadiums and arenas that were energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

Ellerbe Becket was acquired by AECOM in 2012, but its legacy lives on in the many iconic sports venues it designed. The firm's commitment to innovation and sustainability has set a high standard for the sports industry, and its influence can still be seen in the design of modern sports venues.

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