Goldsberry Track facts for kids
| Home of the Bobcats | |
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| Former names | None |
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| Location | Athens, Ohio |
| Owner | Ohio University |
| Operator | Ohio University |
| Capacity | 1,000 |
| Field size | 110 yards by 60 yards |
| Surface | Rekortan |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | 1999 |
| Opened | May 2000 |
| Closed | Open |
| Demolished | N/A |
| Construction cost | $2.3 million USD |
| Architect | various |
| Tenants | |
| Ohio Bobcats Women's Track and Field (NCAA) (2000-Present) | |
Goldsberry Track is a fantastic sports facility at Ohio University. It is the home field for the Ohio Bobcats women's track and field team. This amazing track opened in May 2000. Since then, it has been a top place for track and field events. Many people consider it one of the best facilities in the Mid-American Conference.
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What is Goldsberry Track?
Goldsberry Track is a special stadium designed for track and field sports. It has a large grandstand where up to 1,000 fans can watch the action. This grandstand is made of red brick and is on the east side of the stadium. There is also a press box for reporters and a great sound system.
Track Features and Fun Facts
The running surface at Goldsberry Track is called Rekortan. This is a special material made from rubber granules. It is mixed with a liquid to create a smooth, fast track. This track surrounds another field called Pruitt Field. Pruitt Field has artificial turf. It is used by the Bobcats' women's field hockey team. The Ohio University Marching 110 also uses this field. In 2006, professional lights were added to Goldsberry Track. This means events can be held even after the sun goes down!
Exciting Events Held Here
Many exciting events happen at Goldsberry Track each year. The Ohio Bobcats track and field teams host two big events. These are the McDonald’s Invitational and the Ohio Open. Both men's and women's teams compete in these events. In 2005, Goldsberry Track was chosen to host a very important competition. It was the Mid-American Conference Track and Field Championships.
Who Was Blaine R. Goldsberry?
Goldsberry Track is named after a very important person. His name was Blaine R. Goldsberry. He was a student-athlete at Ohio University from 1911 to 1914. After that, he became the team doctor from 1921 to 1953. Mr. Goldsberry graduated from Ohio University in 1914. He was a lifelong supporter of all Bobcats sports teams.
