Gators Unveil Facility Upgrades to Florida Ballpark’s Dizney Grove
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 | Baseball
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – As facility construction progresses on the $85 million Bill Heavener Football Training Center and $7 million soccer/lacrosse clubhouse, the Gators athletic department is adding two additional projects to Phase 3 of the University Athletic Association's Facilities Master Plan.
One of those projects will take place at the newly-opened Florida Ballpark, which will have fresh features for the 2022 season following its debut 2021 campaign.
Permanent outfield restrooms and concessions will be installed within the Dizney Grove behind the batter's eye in center field. The $1.1 million structure was part of the original plan for the state-of-the-art ballpark, but was delayed due to budget constraints during the stadium's initial construction phase.
"As Gator fans saw this past spring, the Florida Ballpark provides them with a variety of first-rate experiences," athletic director Scott Stricklin said. "The addition of permanent outfield concessions and restrooms in the Dizney Grove fulfills the original vision for the ballpark in time for the Gators to host full-capacity crowds this upcoming season."
The new additions will replace temporary concessions and restroom areas that were in place last season with the goal of providing an enhanced game day experience for those enjoying the action from within Dizney Grove. These improvements will be accessible for all fans in attendance, as one of the many features of the new Florida Ballpark is a 360-degree open concourse and seating arrangement.
The project will be funded directly from the remaining balance of the original $65 million Florida Ballpark budget.
Florida Athletics has invested $292 million in facility upgrades over the last six years, while Gator Boosters, Inc., the fundraising arm of the athletic department, has raised $132 million during that time.
While work on these projects begin, the UAA is looking ahead to components of Phase 4 of the Facilities Master Plan and beyond, including upgrades to the following facilities: swimming and diving, the Lemerand Center – which will impact volleyball and men's and women's track and field – the basketball practice facility and a significant renovation and upgrade of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
"It is important to continue to invest in our facilities," said Stricklin. "We are fortunate to have loyal and generous fans who support our program and our student-athletes."
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One of those projects will take place at the newly-opened Florida Ballpark, which will have fresh features for the 2022 season following its debut 2021 campaign.
Permanent outfield restrooms and concessions will be installed within the Dizney Grove behind the batter's eye in center field. The $1.1 million structure was part of the original plan for the state-of-the-art ballpark, but was delayed due to budget constraints during the stadium's initial construction phase.
"As Gator fans saw this past spring, the Florida Ballpark provides them with a variety of first-rate experiences," athletic director Scott Stricklin said. "The addition of permanent outfield concessions and restrooms in the Dizney Grove fulfills the original vision for the ballpark in time for the Gators to host full-capacity crowds this upcoming season."
The new additions will replace temporary concessions and restroom areas that were in place last season with the goal of providing an enhanced game day experience for those enjoying the action from within Dizney Grove. These improvements will be accessible for all fans in attendance, as one of the many features of the new Florida Ballpark is a 360-degree open concourse and seating arrangement.
The project will be funded directly from the remaining balance of the original $65 million Florida Ballpark budget.
Florida Athletics has invested $292 million in facility upgrades over the last six years, while Gator Boosters, Inc., the fundraising arm of the athletic department, has raised $132 million during that time.
While work on these projects begin, the UAA is looking ahead to components of Phase 4 of the Facilities Master Plan and beyond, including upgrades to the following facilities: swimming and diving, the Lemerand Center – which will impact volleyball and men's and women's track and field – the basketball practice facility and a significant renovation and upgrade of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
"It is important to continue to invest in our facilities," said Stricklin. "We are fortunate to have loyal and generous fans who support our program and our student-athletes."
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