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University Recreation Construction UpdatesRec Center

University Recreation routinely updates and maintains spaces and equipment with a goal of providing the best user experience for you!

Below is a list of current and upcoming projects that may effect space availability and the respective timeline for each project.

Pickleball Courts Renovation

tennis court to pickleball reno 

Scheduled Start: July 14, 2025     Estimated Completion: August, 2025
Estimated Project Cost: $55,000

The two tennis courts adjacent to the current pickleball courts will be renovated into an additional six pickleball courts.  Once completed, there will be a total of 12 pickleball courts available.

West Rec Fields 5-8 Turf Field Resurfacing

turf

Started: May 19, 2025     Estimated Completion: July 14, 2025
Estimated Project Cost: $2,7000,000

The West Rec turf fields will be resurfaced in Summer 2025.  The project is expected to be completed over the summer and will be ready for Fall Intramural Flag Football and Sport Club practices!

Update: June 25, 2025
New turf is currently being laid.

new turf being laid

Update: June13, 2025
The old turf has been cleared and the surface is now prepared for new turf.

turf field ready

Update: June 1, 2025
The old turf fields are currently being removed in preparation for new turf.

turf being removed

Leisure Pool Plumbing Renovation

Start: 2/25/25     Completed!

The Aquatics area is working with Texas Tech Operations and industry partners to update and renovate the pump room that services the Leisure Pool.  This project includes work on pumps, plumbing, chemical systems and other pool equipment that needs to be replaced or renovated.  This work will ensure the Leisure Pool continues to be the best pool in West Texas and the largest outdoor lazy river in the United States on a college campus.

 

 




 
 

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If you have any questions or comments about the Student Recreation Center, please call our Member Services Area Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm at 806-742-3351 and we will be more than happy to assist you!

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