Ogden • Weber State University on Friday announced plans to the construction of a new athletic complex and entry plaza at the north end of Stewart Stadium.
The 27,000-square foot building will include a new state-of-the-art football practice facility, including a strength and conditioning center and football locker rooms. A new plaza and gateway will also be constructed, turning the north end into Stewart Stadium’s main entrance.
The facility will include a new state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facility for all Wildcat student-athletes. It will also feature new football team locker rooms and a new expanded football equipment room, in addition to football coaches offices and position group meeting rooms.
The building will also include a 125-seat team room that will benefit all student-athletes. A new plaza, ticket office, and souvenir shop will also be part of the project.
“This building is transformational to our program,” Weber State Athletic Director Jerry Bovee said in a news release. “Over the last 10 years we have made great strides in improving the athletic and academic facilities for our student-athletes and this is a capstone project that will assist in the development of not only the football program but all of our 16 sports. It also allows for an expanded space for our training and nutrition needs, which will benefit all student-athletes. This is made possible through the generous donations of community members and former student-athletes.”
Added Weber State football coach Jay Hill: “This building demonstrates to recruits, players, coaches, and staff the commitment Weber State University has to its student-athletesl. This new facility is critical for our program’s progress moving forward. It will enable us to have an expanded locker room and weight room and state-of-the-art meeting rooms. It is fundamental for recruiting and the future development of our players.”
Construction will begin on Aug. 28. A groundbreaking ceremony for the building will take place prior to kickoff of the season-opening game on Sept. 15 against South Dakota.
The building is expected to be completed in time for the 2019 football season, which will mark the 100th year of football at Weber State University.
