April 30, 2014

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina’s State Budget & Control Board gave final approval today to the University of South Carolina for several facility projects, including renovation to the plaza surrounding Williams-Brice Stadium, construction for a new building for men’s and women’s soccer at Stone Stadium, a new track and field oval at Weems Baskin Track and an upgraded USC Field House that will feature a new six-lane 200-meter fixed bank track with seating.

“The continuing enhancement and development of our athletic facilities will allow us to recruit the finest student-athletes and compete for championships in the nation’s top conference – the SEC. The Williams-Brice Stadium Plaza development will add to the high quality aesthetic surroundings for our fans to enjoy on football game days,” South Carolina Director of Athletics Ray Tanner said.

All four projects, with a combined estimated cost of $33 million, were approved by the University Board of Trustees on Feb. 28, 2013.

NEW TRACK FACILITIES

The new outdoor track and field oval will seat 1,450 with support building for storage and restrooms. The Athletics Village promenade walkway will be extended from Carolina softball to Rosewood Drive to support this new facility.

A new six-lane, 200-meter fixed bank indoor track with seating for 500. Support areas will include restrooms, laundry room, sports medicine and team meeting space.