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“This facility will enable the College
to attain an even higher level of distinction in the education and community
services we provide, and it will be a critical element in meeting our
enrollment growth goals,”
Conrad
Ayotte, Chairman, Board of Trustees
The Harold Alfond Athletic Center is the centerpiece of the
Thomas College campus and has a large presence when entering the campus. This
35,500 sf athletic complex was designed with the intention of functioning
primarily as a recreation center for the student population and secondarily as
an indoor training facility for Thomas College's athletic teams. The Architect
designed the shell of the building around a pre-engineered structure with brick
masonry and architectural metal panels above the masonry to compliment the
adjacent structures.
Upon entering the main entrance to the building, the
high roof line and the extensive use of interior glazing allow a continuous
view from the lobby to the field house. A skylight creates a bright space for
the student lounge and reception area in the lobby.
The field house features
a three lane track around the perimeter and three, multipurpose sport courts in
the center of the track. The entire floor of the field house is covered with a
Mondo synthetic sports flooring.
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