Kent State Athletics - Construction
The Building Champions Initiative, which has been in the plans since Nielsen arrived at Kent State in March of 2010, will generate money from private donors to fund a $25 million dollar investment in athletic scholarships and a $35 million dollar investment in various facilities enhancement projects.
The $4.5 million addition to the south side of the Kent State Field House will provide locker rooms for athletes that participate in field hockey, men's and women's track & field, cross country, softball and women's soccer.  Also included will be a lounge area, satellite training space, additional restrooms for the general public and removable seating areas for fans.
The hitting facility is part of continuing upgrades to the Kent State baseball facilities at Schoonover Stadium. In 2005, a field turf surface was installed, along with an underground drainage system, new dugouts, bullpens, backstop and outfield fencing. For the 2007 season, a home locker room, players' lounge, restrooms and concession stand were added. The updated scoreboard in right field was installed in 2008. Last season, Kent State baseball played night games after the addition of lights at Schoonover Stadium. The hitting facility and a new parking area for the 2014 season are made possible by both public and private funding.
Click photo below to view photos/updates to view photo gallery of Schoonover Stadium upgrades.
Click below to view the photo gallery of Field House Locker Room project
