SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Skanska, a global construction and development firm, broke ground on the new basketball and volleyball practice facility at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, the start of construction of the new $35M project.
According to a news release, the two-story, 53,000-square-foot training facility for UTSA’s men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball programs will house the daily operations. The space will provide all the practice amenities associated with “top-tier” NCAA Division I basketball and volleyball, including each program having its own practice court, team locker room with shower space, film review room, team lounge area, and office space for coaching staff, a news release stated.
The programs will share strength and conditioning facilities, hydrotherapy facilities, and equipment and laundry room facilities.
“UTSA elevates San Antonio’s national position in collegiate sports with its continued investment in its players and facilities,” said Ryan Aalsma, executive vice president and general manager for Skanska USA Building, San Antonio. “It is an honor to be part of the team contributing to Roadrunner Athletics’ and San Antonio’s growth and success.”
The project is expected to be complete by summer 2026.
In Texas, Skanska has reportedly completed more than 130 higher education projects throughout Texas resulting in over $1.8B.
Source: Skanska
