The Board of Directors of the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) has revealed Populous’ design for the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium, an iconic multi-use venue that is designed to further enhance Qiddiya’s philosophy of the Power of Play.
Located in Qiddiya City, atop the breathtaking 200m-high Tuwaiq cliff and just 40 minutes from Riyadh, this futuristic venue is anticipated to become a must-visit destination. It aims to draw visitors from across the globe and revolutionise the traditional stadium experience with its immersive design and unique technological features. It is anticipated to host some of Saudi Arabia’s biggest sports, entertainment and cultural events. [Populous]
VCU is getting set to begin the first leg of visible work on what it’s calling its third campus in the city.
Athletics Director Ed McLaughlin said this month that he expects demolition to begin by the spring on the 42 acres that will eventually house the school’s “Athletic Village” at 2601-2901 Hermitage Road.
The development would be a major hub for many of VCU’s sports teams with new athletics fields, an indoor/outdoor tennis facility, a soccer stadium, futsal courts and more. [Richmond BizSense]
The future of Bangor’s new ice arena and recreational center is beginning to take shape.
Bangor’s new parks and recreation facility will likely be a combined ice arena and recreation center on a 41-acre piece of land on Griffin Road near Husson University, according to Tracy Willette, Bangor’s parks and recreation director.
The roughly 92,000-square-foot building will hold two sheets of ice — one for youth hockey and high school events and the other for a practice area — as well as a gymnasium, child care space and room for other community activities, Willette said. [Bangor Daily News]
A look at the inside design for Sherman's new multipurpose stadium was revealed at the January edition of the SISD school board meeting. The project is expected to break ground in May and be ready for the start of the 2026 football season. [Herald Democrat]
