Murray State University Athletics
MSU Athletics Breaks Ground on New Soccer/Tennis Facility
8/21/2007 5:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
Today at 2:30 p.m., Racer Athletics broke ground on a new soccer and tennis locker room complex to be located next to Cutchin Field and the Purcell Tennis Courts.
As a result of a generous gift from Rosemary and Harry L. Crisp II, the Racer Women's Soccer team and the MSU Men's and Women's Tennis teams will be the beneficiary of the new locker room facility. The project is expected to begin in January and be completed prior to the start of the 2008 fall soccer and tennis seasons.
“The athletics department is truly grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Crisp for their generosity and on-going commitment to
The reaction from the head coaches of soccer and tennis at MSU is one of excitement and anticipation.
“First, the new building will enhance our overall athletics program at MSU,” MSU Head Men's Tennis Coach
“We're so excited about this project," said MSU Women's Tennis Head Coach
“We're very thankful for Mr. and Mrs. Crisp's generosity,” Keasling added. “I've been continually touched over my 19 years in
MSU Soccer will benefit as well from a place to call their own.
“The new locker room will help make our soccer program better,” Head Coach Beth Acreman said. “On behalf of our student athletes and staff, we extend a special thanks to the Crisp family for making this facility a reality.”
The new facility will house three separate locker rooms, a sports medicine area, a concession area, restrooms, team storage, and a player's lounge.
After the ceremony, the Racer Soccer team hosted Bethel in a 4 p.m. scrimmage at Cutchin Field, winning 5-1.
