The University of Alabama’s new basketball training and player development facility has undergone budgetary adjustments, with the total cost now standing at approximately $59.18 million. This reflects an increase from the initial estimate of $58.67 million, primarily due to approved modifications that include the addition of separate courtyards for the men’s and women’s teams, each serving as gathering areas and recruitment spaces. tide1009.com+1Alabama Athletics+1
The project encompasses a 48,000-square-foot expansion on the southeast corner of Coleman Coliseum and the renovation of about 19,000 square feet of existing space. The enhancements aim to provide dedicated practice facilities, weight rooms, locker rooms, lounges, film rooms, sports medicine spaces, and offices for both the men’s and women’s basketball programs. On3+3https://www.wbrc.com+3Alabama Athletics+3
The University of Alabama’s new basketball training and player development facility has undergone budget adjustments since its initial approval in June 2024. Initially estimated at $58.67 million, the project’s cost increased to approximately $59.18 million following the approval of additional enhancements in February 2025. tide1009.com+4Alabama Athletics+4On3+4On3+3tide1009.com+3On3+3
Original Budget and Scope
The initial plan, approved by the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees in June 2024, outlined a 48,800-square-foot expansion on the southeast corner of Coleman Coliseum and the renovation of 19,000 square feet of existing space. This facility was designed to include dedicated practice gyms, weight rooms, locker rooms, lounges, film rooms, sports medicine spaces, equipment rooms, and offices for both the men’s and women’s basketball programs. tide1009.com+6On3+6On3+6On3+4https://www.wbrc.com+4Alabama Athletics+4
Enhancements Leading to Budget Increase
In February 2025, the Physical Properties Committee approved modifications to the original design, adding separate courtyards for the men’s and women’s teams. These courtyards are intended to serve as gathering areas for players and for recruiting purposes. The addition of these features increased the project’s cost by approximately $500,000, bringing the total budget to around $59.18 million. tide1009.com+1On3+1
Clarification on Budget Figures
There appears to be a discrepancy regarding a $5 million reduction in the project’s budget. Available information indicates an increase rather than a decrease in the budget due to the approved enhancements. No credible sources have reported a $5 million reduction in the project’s cost.
The University of Alabama’s basketball facility project has experienced a budget increase due to the addition of new features aimed at enhancing the functionality and appeal of the facility for both current players and recruits. The current budget stands at approximately $59.18 million, reflecting the commitment to providing top-tier resources for the university’s basketball programs.
