LONGVIEW, Texas -- LeTourneau University broke ground on its new 120,000-square-foot Athletic and Human Performance Air Dome on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

LeTourneau's Athletic and Human Performance Air Dome will propel our athletics and human performance programs forward while it supports health and well-being and marks LeTourneau as a leader in innovative, applied education. The project will create a premier indoor track and field facility, suitable for hosting major regional and national meets, as well as a variety of other spaces for athletics, academics, and recreation. The Air Dome will serve not only LeTourneau University but also Longview and all of East Texas, creating an attractive and flexible venue for sports competitions and other large events.

"The Air Dome will be a unique - and uniquely LeTourneau - solution to a need on our campus and in our community," said LeTourneau University President Dr. Steven D. Mason. "Following R.G.'s love for domes, this facility will not only become a truly premier sports destination but also a venue for wellness, academics, and hospitality to our community. This investment will create new opportunities for students, faculty, and staff, and it will welcome visitors from around our region."

"We are thrilled to break ground on this phenomenal facility as it will be transformative for our department, our campus, and our region," said Vice President for Athletics Dr. Tim Sceggel. "The opportunity for kinesiology labs, golf simulators, and banked track among a host of other things provide our students the chance to pursue elite levels of excellence for the glory of our King."
 
A component of LeTourneau University's Build with Purpose campaign, the Air Dome will feature a national-championship-quality track and field facility and enhance YellowJacket Athletics performance and recruiting. With a 200-meter banked track and a seating capacity of 1,500, the Dome will have the ability to host track meets of all sizes.

Along with the track and field programs, the Air Dome will support student and employee wellness and extend recreation and intramural options. It will also serve as a source of academic growth with Kinesiology and Biomedical Engineering program space.

Additionally, it will serve the Longview area and promote community recreation through indoor pickleball, tennis, and track facilities. The Dome will be able to attract regional sports tournaments to Longview, host trade shows and other events, and support the local economy.

To learn more about the Athletic and Human Performance Air Dome, visit the project page HERE.
 

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