Boise State Unveils Plans for $300M Athlete Village
Boise State Athletics is preparing for the future with its boldest vision yet — a multi-phase initiative called the Athletics Master Village, designed to transform the university’s athletic footprint and enhance every aspect of the student-athlete and fan experience.
“This isn’t just about football, it’s about all of our programs,” said Cody Gougler, senior associate athletic director for external affairs. “We want to provide the best facilities possible for our student-athletes while making sure our fans and donors have the best experience, too.”
The Master Village, launched in 2021, is part of a larger $500 million university-wide capital campaign and includes upgrades to Albertsons Stadium, ExtraMile Arena and more additions to the athletics department. The project will be funded through a mix of private donations, university backing and market bonding, a combination Gougler notes is key to long-term sustainability.
New UVA Olympic Sports Facility to Transform Student-Athlete Experience
In the days leading up to Thursday’s grand opening, University of Virginia student-athletes and coaches received a sneak peek of the Harrison Family Olympic Sports Center on the Ramon W. Breeden Athletic Grounds.
UVA’s Director of Athletics Carla Williams marveled at their reactions to the dazzling new 95,000-square-foot building on Massie Road.
The expressions of joy, excitement and immense gratitude, Williams said, were a “reminder of why we are here. We are here to serve student-athletes to serve this great University.
OU Board Approves Improvements to Baseball Stadium
The OU Board of Regents approved several adjustments to athletics personnel contracts and facility improvements for L. Dale Mitchell Park at its Tuesday meeting.
Patty Gasso, OU softball head coach, received a contract extension through June 30, 2029.
Skip Johnson, OU baseball head coach, received a contract extension through June 30, 2030.
OU softball assistant coaches JT Gasso and Jennifer Rocha will maintain base salaries of $250,000 annually. Their additional income from unrestricted private funds will increase from $50,000 to $60,000 annually, covering personal services, fundraising, and other athletics-related activities.
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