SEATTLE – Seattle University Athletics has announced the renovation and naming of the Wright Family Athletic Performance Center.
"We are thrilled to take this important step in the athletics facility master plan," said Director of Athletics Shaney Fink. "The Wright Family Athletic Performance Center reflects Seattle University's commitment to competitive excellence through student athlete-centered initiatives that focus on performance and well-being. By providing Redhawk student athletes with a state-of-the-art performance center, we are empowering our athletes with the resources necessary to achieve their aspirations."
The new Wright Family Athletic Performance Center, utilized by all Redhawk sport programs, will include all brand-new equipment, including cable machines and two-sided weight racks to optimize space, as well as a new sound system and television displays. A new flooring system will include an offset turf surface. In partnership with the College of Arts and Sciences, force plates and a camera monitoring system will be installed, allowing for enhanced biomechanics testing and research opportunities for the Department of Kinesiology.
An additional 600 square feet will be dedicated to a fueling and nutrition station, rehabilitation space, and workstations for the athletic performance staff.
"We are proud to support the mission of Seattle University Athletics and invest in the new athletic performance center," said Jeff and Korynne Wright. "The athletic performance center will impact every student athlete at Seattle University, and we are excited to see their growth and development in action."
Construction is currently underway with a planned reopening and ceremonial ribbon-cutting event in late July.
"We are excited for the opportunities that the refreshed space, new equipment and technology will provide Redhawk student athletes," said Head Athletic Performance Coach Aaron Sanchez. "Every square foot was considered to not only maintain our current capacities but to add research-based performance concepts for injury prevention and increased performance with respect to the demands of each of our sports."
The total project is expected to cost $1.3 million, with full funding coming from private donations.
Opportunity to contribute to additional enhancements to the project is available. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Assistant Athletic Director for Development, Beverly Verduin at verduinbever@seattleu.edu.
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"We are thrilled to take this important step in the athletics facility master plan," said Director of Athletics Shaney Fink. "The Wright Family Athletic Performance Center reflects Seattle University's commitment to competitive excellence through student athlete-centered initiatives that focus on performance and well-being. By providing Redhawk student athletes with a state-of-the-art performance center, we are empowering our athletes with the resources necessary to achieve their aspirations."
The new Wright Family Athletic Performance Center, utilized by all Redhawk sport programs, will include all brand-new equipment, including cable machines and two-sided weight racks to optimize space, as well as a new sound system and television displays. A new flooring system will include an offset turf surface. In partnership with the College of Arts and Sciences, force plates and a camera monitoring system will be installed, allowing for enhanced biomechanics testing and research opportunities for the Department of Kinesiology.
An additional 600 square feet will be dedicated to a fueling and nutrition station, rehabilitation space, and workstations for the athletic performance staff.
"We are proud to support the mission of Seattle University Athletics and invest in the new athletic performance center," said Jeff and Korynne Wright. "The athletic performance center will impact every student athlete at Seattle University, and we are excited to see their growth and development in action."
Construction is currently underway with a planned reopening and ceremonial ribbon-cutting event in late July.
"We are excited for the opportunities that the refreshed space, new equipment and technology will provide Redhawk student athletes," said Head Athletic Performance Coach Aaron Sanchez. "Every square foot was considered to not only maintain our current capacities but to add research-based performance concepts for injury prevention and increased performance with respect to the demands of each of our sports."
The total project is expected to cost $1.3 million, with full funding coming from private donations.
Opportunity to contribute to additional enhancements to the project is available. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Assistant Athletic Director for Development, Beverly Verduin at verduinbever@seattleu.edu.
Donate Today
Fans interested in making a gift to Seattle University Athletics can do so by clicking here. Your gift directly impacts all Redhawk student athletes as they strive for excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in the community. Thank you for supporting Seattle University Athletics!
Follow Along with the Action
Stay connected with Seattle U athletics and get all the latest team updates by downloading the GoSeattleU mobile app available now for free in the App Store or Google Play.