The Clemson University Board of Trustees approved the first phase of a plan for a $50 million new performance and wellness center for the university’s student-athletes, along with renovations for the Jervey Athletic Center and upgrades to the existing volleyball facilities. The renovations would also provide an upgrade for the track and field and cross country program for their day-to-day operations.
Construction on the new center is is expected to begin in the fall of 2023, after the board and the state approve the entirety of the project, including its second phase. The facility is expected to be ready for the student-athletes to use in the 2024-25 season.
Located south of the Jervey Athletic Center, the new performance and wellness center will host Clemson’s departments for sports medicine, strength and conditioning, nutrition, and applied science.
“The location is in the heart of the athletic district and will become a hub for social activity and enhance the student-athlete experience,” said Director of Athletics Graham Neff. “I am equally excited for the volleyball and track and field programs and the lift it will give as we continue to invest in our programs.”
The Jervey Athletic Center will be renovated by providing a new locker room, lounge and meeting areas for Clemson’s volleyball program, and “major improvements to the game day experience with new access, restrooms and concessions areas,” according to Clemson.
The athletic center, developed in 1973, has not seen a significant renovation since 1995. The track and field and cross-country programs, also housed in Jervey, will receive upgrades as well for their day-to-day spaces by re-allocating more than 14,000 square feet of space.
