UConn Announces Renovation of Gampel Pavilion
The University of Connecticut Department of Athletics today announced Phase 1 of a significant renovation project at Gampel Pavilion, the iconic home of UConn Basketball. Gampel Pavilion renovations are starting today and the initial phase is expected to be completed in November 2026.
"Gampel Pavilion is one of the most electric atmospheres in all of college basketball, and our student-athletes and fans deserve a facility that matches the standard we hold ourselves to every day," said Director of Athletics David Benedict. "UConn is the Basketball Capital of the World, and this investment ensures that when you walk through those doors, you feel it. We are incredibly excited about what this project means for the future of our programs."
The multi-phase renovation project is being funded by $99.4 million in non-tax revenue raised through the sale of State of Connecticut "UConn 2000" bonds authorized by the General Assembly.
Western Kentucky Cuts Ribbon on New Field House
WKU celebrated the grand opening of the Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse with a building dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday.
The 122,000-square-foot Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse is the new home to the WKU Forensics and Esports programs, and it will provide practice and training space for the Big Red Marching Band and Hilltopper Athletics.
"Today, we gather to celebrate a milestone that speaks to the very heart of who we are as an institution as we dedicate the Tim and Sarah Ford Fieldhouse – a place thoughtfully designed to serve our students, our faculty, our staff and our entire WKU Community for generations to come," WKU President Timothy C. Caboni said. "This state-of-the-art, 122,000-square-foot building stands as a symbol of possibility – possibility that only becomes reality when vision, generosity and commitment unite."
Other speakers at the ceremony included Tim Ford, Director of Athletics Todd Stewart, Director of Athletic Bands Matthew McCurry, Esports Faculty Advisor Patricia Todd, Director of Forensics Ganer Newman, K. Norman Berry Associates Architects Principal and Project Manager Tim Doelling and Reeves Young General Manager Jennifer Kinsey.
Sacramento Republic FC Announces Stadium Expansion
The Sacramento Republic FC’s new soccer stadium at the Downtown Railyards will be larger than previously announced.
Sacramento Republic FC said Tuesday that it plans to open the new stadium with 20,000 seats and include a canopy roof.
A release from Wilton Rancheria, which owns Sac Republic, states that the stadium will be able to hold 27,000 guests for concerts and other entertainment events, with the ability to expand in the future.
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