Pikeville, Ky. – University of Pikeville Athletics has announced a grand reveal ceremony and interactive tour of its newest facility, the SportsPlex. The building, located in Coal Run, was leased by the university last year and has been renovated with amenities for UPIKE's golf, wrestling, archery, and bowling programs.
On Friday, October 7th, UPIKE administration will be joined by the City of Coal Run officials and representatives from the City of Pikeville. Following the opening remarks, which begin at 10:00 AM, all will be welcome to participate in an interactive tour of the facility.
"We would like to extend an invitation to all UPIKE students and staff, as well as any community members interested in joining us in our reveal of the SportsPlex," said UPIKE Athletic Director
Kelly Wells. "We are all excited to debut this facility and the awesome opportunities it provides for our student-athletes."
Formerly occupied by Big Lots, the SportsPlex now features four distinct areas dedicated to the development and training of UPIKE programs. A ten-lane bowling center with an advanced scoring and metrics system, a golf area featuring a simulator, wrestling mats and strength training equipment, and an archery shooting range fill the large building. The area also provides programs such as dance with valuable space for practice.
The UPIKE SportsPlex is located at 58 Power Drive, Pikeville, KY 41501.
Guest speakers for the ceremony are:
- Andrew Scott, City of Coal Run Mayor
- Phillip Elswick, City of Pikeville Manager
- James Carter, City of Pikeville Mayor
- Dr. Burton Webb, UPIKE President
Scott, Elswick, Carter, and Dr. Webb will also participate in the ceremonial ribbon cutting, followed by the interactive tour of the facility led by Wells.
