Troy University Athletics
Troy to Begin Construction on Indoor Practice Facility in January
12/3/2024 2:21:00 PM | Football
TROY, Ala. – Troy University will begin construction on the Troy Athletics Indoor Practice Facility in January. The $11.6 million facility is scheduled to open in August in time for fall camp ahead of the 2025 season.
"The indoor facility is an incredibly important addition to our football program— which is built upon a tradition of success," Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. said. "We are very proud of our Trojans and appreciate the support of our Trustees and the Troy family in making this facility a reality."
The facility will be built behind Trojan Arena on one of the four existing grass practice fields adjacent to George Wallace Drive. Featuring a brick exterior to match the architectural beauty across Troy's campus, the 88,000-square foot facility features a fully covered 120-yard field with turf that replicates the playing surface in The Vet.
"On behalf of our Board of Trustees, it is my pleasure to express our collective support for this state-of-the-art facility," said Gibson Vance, President Pro-Tempore of Troy's Board of Trustees. "As trustees, we are committed to ensuring the success our student-athletes, both in the classroom and on the field."
The multi-use facility will primarily be used by the Troy Football program but will also serve as an option for Troy's other athletic programs when inclement weather does not allow for outdoor practice. Troy Athletics secured an anonymous $1 million philanthropic commitment to support the construction of an indoor practice facility in October.
"I am very thankful and appreciative of Chancellor Hawkins and our Board of Trustees' vision and support in making the indoor practice facility a reality," Director of Athletics Brent Jones said. "This project is a critical piece of our continued success and will not only benefit our football program but also impact many of our other athletic programs."
The Indoor Practice Facility joins the North End Zone Facility, which opened in August 2018, as recent facility additions for Troy Football. The Trojans are the most successful program in Sun Belt Conference history, with a league-leading eight conference championships, and Troy is the only school in league history with 100 conference victories.
"This is a game changer for our program and for our student-athletes," football head coach Gerad Parker said. "I am so thankful for Chancellor Hawkins and the Board of Trustees for their support of this facility that will continue to elevate our program in the Sun Belt and nationally."
"The indoor facility is an incredibly important addition to our football program— which is built upon a tradition of success," Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. said. "We are very proud of our Trojans and appreciate the support of our Trustees and the Troy family in making this facility a reality."
The facility will be built behind Trojan Arena on one of the four existing grass practice fields adjacent to George Wallace Drive. Featuring a brick exterior to match the architectural beauty across Troy's campus, the 88,000-square foot facility features a fully covered 120-yard field with turf that replicates the playing surface in The Vet.
"On behalf of our Board of Trustees, it is my pleasure to express our collective support for this state-of-the-art facility," said Gibson Vance, President Pro-Tempore of Troy's Board of Trustees. "As trustees, we are committed to ensuring the success our student-athletes, both in the classroom and on the field."
The multi-use facility will primarily be used by the Troy Football program but will also serve as an option for Troy's other athletic programs when inclement weather does not allow for outdoor practice. Troy Athletics secured an anonymous $1 million philanthropic commitment to support the construction of an indoor practice facility in October.
"I am very thankful and appreciative of Chancellor Hawkins and our Board of Trustees' vision and support in making the indoor practice facility a reality," Director of Athletics Brent Jones said. "This project is a critical piece of our continued success and will not only benefit our football program but also impact many of our other athletic programs."
The Indoor Practice Facility joins the North End Zone Facility, which opened in August 2018, as recent facility additions for Troy Football. The Trojans are the most successful program in Sun Belt Conference history, with a league-leading eight conference championships, and Troy is the only school in league history with 100 conference victories.
"This is a game changer for our program and for our student-athletes," football head coach Gerad Parker said. "I am so thankful for Chancellor Hawkins and the Board of Trustees for their support of this facility that will continue to elevate our program in the Sun Belt and nationally."
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