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Gearing up for some exciting upgrades! University of Kentucky basketball is stepping up their game
Expansion Plans for Professional and College Training Centers and Emerging Youth Sports Arenas Underway
Not long ago, Kentucky's top basketball coach, Mark Pope, confirmed that plans for a brand spankin' new practice facility are underway. Teaming up with local skate parks and courtyards, the university aims to create a state-of-the-art hub for the program, complete with all the mod cons needed to keep them at the top of their game. Despite some challenges and shifting priorities in college athletics, the university remains committed to making it happen. Originally promoted by former coach, John Calipari, the new facility is designed to tackle issues with the existing Joe Craft Center and meet the needs of the program, all while aligning with the university's high standards of excellence. Stay tuned for updates as the project progresses!
Eastland Mall transformation in Charlotte, NC
Get ready for some major change as Eastland Mall, once a bustling retail and social centerpiece for Charlotte, makes its grand comeback! Set to break ground soon, the 4.5-acre urban park will bring fresh vibes to the long-vacant property. In addition to a playground, hammock grove, and pickleball courts, the new park promises a redesign of the iconic Eastland sun logo, paying tribute to the mall's glorious past. Private developments like apartments, senior living units, and commercial space for minority-owned businesses are also in the works to ensure affordability for the community. Keep an eye out for construction, which is expected to be completed by late 2026!
Lebanon, TN, celebrates the long-awaited opening of the Lebanon Sports Complex!
Sports fans in Lebanon, TN, can finally celebrate as the Lebanon Sports Complex is now open for business! The complex boasts four soccer fields, a softball diamond, and six tennis courts, in a partnership between city, county, and school officials. The facility showcases a combination of interlocal cooperation, boosting youth and amateur sports in the area.
Partnership for a shinier future: Denver NWSL and Cherry Creek School District join forces
In Colorado, the Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) is joining hands with Denver's upcoming National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) team to build a new stadium and soccer fields in Centennial. With funding coming from CCSD's surplus bond issuance, the district will own and maintain access to the fields for all sports except tackle football, ensuring long-term control of the stadium. Keep an eye out for construction updates, as this partnership paves the way for more opportunities for women's soccer and CCSD students in engaging the community.
New Pittsburgh pickleball facility coming soon!
Life-long friends Saumil Parikh, Chirdip Sheth, Hemang Patel, and Dhaval Sheth are set to make a big move in the pickleball community. After discovering their shared love for the sport, they've decided to invest in a facility of their own, with plans to open in Naperville, Illinois, in the near future. Once operational, visitors can expect climate-controlled indoor courts, coaching, youth programs, leagues, and tournaments to keep the pickleball community fired up!
Making history in Henderson County, NC: Berkeley Park Sportsplex breaks ground!
City, county, and school officials joined forces to break ground on the $11.3 million Berkeley Park Sportsplex project. The complex will feature four soccer fields, a softball diamond, and six tennis courts, all inspired by collaboration between multiple government entities. Keep a close eye on progress, as the complex is expected to open by September 2026.
WNBA's New York Liberty sets sights on a $80 million professional training facility
Good news for the WNBA's New York Liberty: they've got a brand new training facility on the horizon! The 75,000 sq ft facility in Brooklyn is set to open in 2027, offering top-notch amenities like remote cameras for data tracking, strength training centers, and recovery suites, all tailored to player development and performance. Stay tuned for more details as the design process continues!
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Sports tourism is gaining momentum in Henderson County, NC, as the Berkeley Park Sportsplex breaks ground. The new complex will feature four soccer fields, a softball diamond, and six tennis courts, all inspired by collaboration between multiple government entities, creating a perfect setting for sports enthusiasts.
Meanwhile, the WNBA's New York Liberty is planning to stay ahead of the game by constructing a state-of-the-art professional training facility estimated at $80 million. Planned to open in 2027, the facility will offer amenities such as remote cameras for data tracking, strength training centers, and recovery suites, emphasizing player development and performance.
