Facilities: Rec Center
- New Product Roundup: Core Roller | Aquatic Treadmill | Pool Heater
by AB Staff January 2018
Check out the newest products as seen in the January|February 2018 issue.
- UW-Madison Accepts $20M Gift for New Rec Facility
by Andy Berg January 2018
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s long-time student rec center, the Southeast Recreation Facility (SERF), has been demolished and anticipation for its replacement continues to build.
- Important Features to Look for in Campus Rec Software
by Andy Berg January 2018
Southern Oregon University in Ashland is building an impressive rec center for an institution with a modest enrollment of little more than 6,000 students. Scheduled for a March 2018 grand opening, the Lithia Motors Pavilion and Student Recreation Center is comprised of two buildings that total 100,000 square feet, featuring a 1,400-seat competition gym, a two-court recreation gym with a two-lane suspended running track, multiple group exercise rooms, a weight room and a climbing wall.
- New Projects: Globe Life Field | Frank Erwin Center | Shakopee Community Center
by Courtney Cameron December 2017
Breaking Ground
- Kent State, City Discuss Rec Center Partnership
by Andy Berg December 2017
The city of Kent, Ohio, might be considering a partnership with Kent State University after the failure of a recent referendum to fund a municipal rec center.
- Man Sues Rec Center Over Son’s Sexual Assault
by Andy Berg December 2017
A man from Santa Fe has filed a lawsuit after his son was molested in the showers at a local public rec center.
- Site of Platform Collapse Had No Building Permit
by Courtney Cameron November 2017
In a recent interview with The San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department spokesperson Jose Ysea revealed that no building permits had been filed prior to the construction of a platform that collapsed Saturday night, injuring dozens at a children’s birthday party.
- Rec Center Fire Damages Balloon from $500K to $2M
by Andy Berg November 2017
Damage to rec center in St. Charles, Ill., that occurred during a fire in August was reportedly grossly underestimated.
- UConn Approves $60M for Trio of New Stadiums
by Andy Berg November 2017
The University of Connecticut board of trustees has approved a $60 million proposal for new baseball, softball and soccer stadiums.
- 2017 Excellence in Youth Sports Award Winner: National Trail Parks and Rec
by AB Staff November 2017
At the National Trail Parks and Recreation District in Springfield, Ohio, the staff conducts its youth sports programs with a Kids First philosophy.
