The University of Iowa is seeking $50 to $70 million from the Iowa Board of Regents to renovate Carver-Hawkeye Arena and build a new field hockey operations building.
According to WQAD, the projects would be funded through private gifts and be scheduled throughout the next two years to minimize disruption to athletics events.
“This initiative began with a feasibility study in 2023, and due to the incredible success of our silent leadership fundraising campaign, we are prepared to take this exciting next step,” Athletics Director Beth Goetz said. “Recent improvements like the student section risers and new court have shown what’s possible. These renovations will take that next step - making events more exciting, more comfortable, and ensuring we preserve the intimidating atmosphere that helps our teams compete at the highest level.”
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As a part of the Carver-Hawkeye Arena update, Iowa athletics hopes to add premium seating and club space, update the concourses, including concessions, restrooms and accessibility, and make changes to the gameday atmosphere.
The field hockey construction project would provide a home for Iowa’s field hockey team, which is the winningest field hockey team in the Big 10.
The operations building would include locker rooms, coaches’ offices, film rooms, and conference rooms, as well as athletic training spaces and storage.
“This operations building will be truly transformational for Iowa field hockey and the future of our program,” Head Coach Lisa Cellucci said. “It represents far more than just a facility; it is an investment in our student-athletes, our championship culture, and the continued pursuit of excellence that has defined Iowa field hockey for five decades on the national stage.”
“This project is an important investment in the continued success of our field hockey program and in the overall student-athlete experience at Iowa,” Goetz said. “By bringing training, competition, and team spaces together in one location, we are creating an environment that supports excellence, fosters team culture, and positions our program for sustained success in the Big Ten and beyond.”
