Facilities

Sutcliffe Hall, located on the south end of campus, is the hub of athletics and fitness at Centre. Renovated in 1980, it has everything students need for fitness and fun. With three gymnasiums (Alumni, Bowman, and Hazelrigg), two fitness rooms, four racquetball courts, an athletic training room, and seven locker rooms, you have plenty of options for keeping in shape.

Got a question about team sports? Sutcliffe is also home to the offices of the Director of Athletics and Recreation and the varsity coaches.

For more information on Sutcliffe Hall, contact Sonny Evans, Director of Athletics and Recreation Facilities at 859/238-8734

Hours
Mon-Thur: 5:30 am - 10 pm
Fri: 5:30 am - 8 pm
Sat - 8 am - 6 pm
Sun - 1 pm - 8 pm

Directions and Parking
While traveling east on W. Walnut St., take a right on College St. Sutcliffe Hall will be on your right. Visitor parking is available in front of the building and beside the Boles Natatorium.

Buck Fitness Center
The Buck Fitness Center is a fully equipped fitness facility offering free weight, plate-loaded and machine lifting opportunities as well as a variety of aerobic machines. Instructors are on staff to guide you through custom strength and fitness programs. 859-238-5930

Hours
Mon-Thur: 5:30am -10pm
Fri: 5:30am - 8pm
Sat: 8am - 6pm
Sun: 1pm - 8pm

Gym & Aerobics Studio Hours
Hazelrigg Gymnasium
February 3-9
February 10-16
February 17-23
February 24-March 1
Alumni Gymnasium
February 3-9
February 10-16
February 17-23
February 24-March 1
Bowman Gymnasium
February 3-9
February 10-16
February 17-23
February 24-March 1
Aerobics Studio
February 3-9
February 10-16
February 17-23
February 24-March 1

Alumni Gymnasium
Home of Colonel basketball and volleyball, the Alumni Gym was made possible by the gifts of our loyal alums. The renovation of this facility affords the Colonels one of the finest competition venues in Division III.

Bowman Gymnasium
Bowman gymnasium is used as a secondary court for Colonel volleyball tournaments and also provides additional practice space for the intercollegiate basketball teams. The gym is available for recreation when the intercollegiate teams do not have it reserved.

Racquetball Courts
Two regulation racquetball courts with hardwood flooring are located on the lower level of Sutcliffe Hall. Equipped with a viewing balcony, these courts are ideal for activity classes and recreational use. Two additional regulation courts are available for walleyball and recreational play.

Hours
Monday-Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

To reserve a Court, sign the reservation sheet at the control desk on the first floor of Sutcliffe, 238-5930.

Other Athletic Facilities

Cheek Field & Farris Stadium
Sports: Varsity Football, Track and Field
Home to the Colonel Football and Track teams, Cheek Field and Farris Stadium were built in 1923. The complex received a facelift in 2005 when the track was resurfaced and received a new Steeplechase course as part of the multi-million dollar renovation of the College Centre. In addition to the NCAA regulation football field, Cheek also contains a six-lane rubberized track for varsity practice. The track is also available for walking and running when the field is not in use.

Gary Wright Field
Sports: Varsity Baseball and Football, Intramural Football
The home of the Colonels baseball team has received numerous upgrades over the past few years and continues to do so. Lights were installed in the summer of 2005, courtesy of 1964 Centre alum Gary Wright, allowing for the first night games at Centre. New dugouts, a brick backstop from dugout to dugout and an arch entranceway were also completed in the summer of 2006, improving both the appearance and functionality of the facility. Improvements will continue to be made as the entire playing field will be resurfaced in the summer of 2008.

Soccer Field
Sports: Varsity Soccer
Centre annually finishes in the top ten nationally in attendance, playing in one of the best soccer facilities in Division III soccer, which was enhanced by the addition of lights in 2005. The all-Bermuda, game only surface, was recently renovated in 1999 with a new press box and bench area for competing teams. The facility is surrounded by a hillside that is popular with students and fans and provides a comfortable seating area for The Friends and Family of Centre Soccer Group.

Field Hockey Field
Sports: Varsity Field Hockey, Intramural Softball
The Field Hockey Field hosts the Colonel Field Hockey team in the fall and is one of the best natural surfaces in Division III. The field has a limited availability during the year; contact Sonny Evans at 238-8734 for more information.

Recreation Field
Sports: Varsity and Intramural Soccer
The Rec Field provides additional practice space for the Colonel Soccer teams. It is also used for Intramural Soccer games. The field is available for recreational use after 7:00 pm throughout the year. Students can have the lights turned on for night games by contacting the Public Safety Office at 236-4357.

Millennium Park
Sports: Varsity Softball
Maintained by the county, this 135-acre park is complete with running trails for students, varsity runners, and nature enthusiasts. In addition, The Colonels Softball team plays and practices at Millennium Park. The softball field at Millennium was constructed in the winter and spring of 2003. It has a batting cage and bullpen along with indoor press box, concession and restroom facilities. This venue is one of the best sites in Division III.

Danville Country Club
Sports: Golf
The Colonel Golf teams practice on the magnificent Danville Country Club course. This 18-hole, private course also hosts college tournaments, including the prestigious Centre Invitational. For more information on the course, visit: http://www.danvillecountryclub.com

Boles Natatorium
Sports: Swimming & Diving
Centre’s home for all things aquatic, the Boles Natatorium is perfect for water sports and recreation. Featuring a seventy-five foot long pool with six lanes and two diving boards, the Natatorium is open to students, staff, and fitness center members for free swimming, lap swimming and diving. For more information on Boles Natatorium, contact Sonny Evans at 859/238-8734 or 859/238-5488

Hours
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Sunday 1p.m.- 5 p.m.

Tennis Facilities
Sports: Tennis
Centre’s Varsity Tennis teams play on six, premier-surfaced courts located in the southwest corner of campus. The courts are reserved during daylight hours in the fall, but are open for recreational use from 6 pm to 11 pm during tennis season, and throughout the day in the spring.