Naval Academy Announces South End Zone Renovation Project
The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA) announced today a series of new premium hospitality enhancements in the South End Zone area at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The new spaces will provide a significant transformation of the game-day experience for Navy football and lacrosse fans. The $7.5 million project will open for the 2026 Navy football season and reflect a commitment to a first-class fan experience at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The project was made possible through the leadership support of several Naval Academy alumni.
"Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium has always provided one of the finest game-day environments in college football and lacrosse, and thanks to the remarkable generosity of our donors, our 2026 additions will build upon that great tradition," said Michael Kelly, Naval Academy Director of Athletics. "These incredible new spaces are designed specifically for our supporters to gather and enjoy Navy football and lacrosse. Our focus is on expanding and upgrading our game-day hospitality and providing our fans with a first-class game-day experience."
Stonehill College Announces $15M Athletic Facility
Stonehill College in Easton is getting some new digs.
Stonehill College announced it is developing a new state-of-the-art athletic facility, a part of its ongoing "Built to Rise" initiative, a $50 million campaign focused on improving the school's athletic offerings.
“Advancing the priorities of Stonehill 2030: Building Together, our five-year strategic plan, "Built to Rise" will enhance Division I competition, expand educational pathways, foster leadership opportunities and strengthen community engagement. Together, we will build a brighter Stonehill for student-athletes, our community and Skyhawk fans alike,” said Rev. John Denning, C.S.C., president of the college, in a prepared statement.
The new athletic facility, called the Tom & Kathleen Bogan Arena, was made possible largely due to a $15 million donation gift from Tom and Kathleen Bogan, the largest gift amount in the institution's history.
Staten Island Parks Department Proposes New Sports Complex
A long-promised Staten Island sports complex is closer to reality in Bulls Head after the city Department of Parks and Recreation presented plans Monday.
A Parks Department team led by Tony Macari, the agency’s director of concession architecture and development, presented the Eton Place plan to the city’s Public Design Commission.
The presentation marked one of the first public actions in the plan to transform long-abandoned tennis courts at Willowbrook Park into a massive year-round complex featuring sports like basketball, soccer, tennis, pickleball, gymnastics and fencing.
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