Athletic Facilities
UC Stadium
The University of Charleston completed a $1.4 million renovation of
what was formerly known as Laidley Field in 2005, including the
installation of a state-of-the-art Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe that
delivers the look, feel and safety of natural grass. The surface,
Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe is also used by the Baltimore Ravens and
New Orleans Saints of the National Football League and NCAA Division I
programs University of California and Southern Mississippi.
The brand new UC locker rooms and facilities were described by the
Charleston Daily Mail this way: "Division II UC now has a Division I
locker room."
UC Stadium is a multi-sport complex that has the ability to also host
track & field events. Once the location of the West Virginia State
High School Football Playoffs, the field is still utilized for the West
Virginia High School Track & Field Championships. Several area
high schools regularly utilize the facility for sporting events as well.
An impressive structure, UC Stadium has two high rise stands and
features a seating capacity of 18, 600. Located in the East End of
Charleston, the field is approximately a 5 minute drive from campus.
Conveniently located, the field can be readily accessed from I-77.
Appalachian Power Park
The University of Charleston plays baseball at Appalachian Power Park
in downtown Charleston. It is also home of the West Virginia Power, a
South Atlantic League club and Class-A affiliate.The $23 million stadium which opened on April 14, 2005 also hosts the West Virginia State High School Baseball Championships, Big League Tournaments, Little League Tournaments, concerts, and many other community events.
Local media comments regarding Appalachian Power Park:
"When you have a minor league ballpark in Charleston, West Virginia, and people are comparing it to three of the top ballparks in major league baseball, that's impressive." - Charleston Gazette, April 15, 2005
"The ballpark is pristine. It's our brand-spanking-new baby Camden Yards.." - Charleston Gazette, April 21, 2005
Seating Chart / Directions / Ballpark Reviews
Gorman Physical Education Building
The Gorman Building houses an Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness center, athletic training facilities, two racquetball courts and an auxiliary gym that is used for both varsity athletic practices and student recreation activities, including UC Intramural sports.
Eddie King Gymnasium
The home of UC Men's and Women's Basketball, UC Women's Volleyball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948. This historic venue has played host to Golden Eagle hoop stars such as Jim Harrick, Jayson Gee, Sherry Winn, Keith Tyler and Ajamu Gaines.
The home of UC Men's and Women's Basketball, UC Women's Volleyball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948. This historic venue has played host to Golden Eagle hoop stars such as Jim Harrick, Jayson Gee, Sherry Winn, Keith Tyler and Ajamu Gaines.
Triana Field
Triana Field, formerly called Blackwell Field, is home to UC Men's and Women's Soccer and various UC intramural activities. The facility also houses a baseball field for UC Baseball team practices. The baseball field has the capability to conduct local area senior league competitions and other tournaments as well. The newly renovated and renamed multipurpose field lies a short walk from UC's main campus.
UC Boathouse
Home to UC Men's and Women's Rowing, the University of Charleston Boathouse is one of the nation's few on-campus collegiate boathouses. The team's racing shells and ergometers are stored in the Boathouse, and rowers use the facilities throughout the year. The Kanawha River provides approximately 35 miles of rowable water to UC crews.
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Directions to Schoenbaum Soccer Field.
