NEW! Outdoor Recreation Sport Complex
New Fields
- Multipurpose fields
- Natural turf
- Artificial turf
- Lighted fields
- Bleachers for spectators
- Benches for players
The fields can be used to accommodate:
- 2 softball fields (1 accommodates baseball)
- 3 rugby fields
- 8 flag football fields
- 5 lacrosse fields
- 5 soccer fields
- 8 ultimate frisbee fields
- Multiple quidditch fields
New Facility
- Indoor restrooms
- Drinking fountains
- Conference/meeting room
- Equipment check-out
- Light concessions
- Indoor equipment storage for Intramural Sport and Sport Clubs
- 2 patio areas with covered tables and benches
Recreation play fields are located west of Stevenson Residence Hall and north of the Convocation Center. Outdoor fields will be available to reserve for special group events.
Complex completion is estimated for fall 2013.
Size of project: 27 acres
Square Feet of synthetic sports turf: 186,200
Square feet of building: 2,700 square feet
Completion Date: August 2013
Trees to be planted: 232
The Outdoor Recreation Sport Complex is part of the New Northern LifeStyle, a campus transformation that includes: the renovation of Grant Hall, the building of the New Residence Hall Complex, the revitalization of Cole Hall, and many other projects across campus. The New Northern Lifestyle site provides more detailed information about these projects and the timeline for completion.
Outdoor Courts
Two basketball courts for open play are located south of Stevenson Residence Hall. An additional outdoor court space lined for hockey is also available for use.
Courts can also be reserved for special group events.