Facilities

University of Charleston Stadium

The University of Charleston completed a $1.4
million renovation of what was formerly known
as Laidley Field in 2005, including the
installation of a state-of-the-art Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe that delivers the look, feel and safety of natural grass. The surface, Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe is also used by the Baltimore Ravens and New Orleans Saints of the National Football League and NCAA Division I programs University of California and Southern Mississippi.

The brand new UC locker rooms and facilities
were described by the Charleston Daily Mail 
this way: "Division II UC now has a Division I
locker room."

UC Stadium is a multi-sport complex that has
the ability to also host track & field events. 
Once the location of the West Virginia State
High School Football Playoffs, the field is still
utilized for the West Virginia High School 
Track & Field Championships.  Several area
high schools regularly utilize the facility for
sporting events as well.

An impressive structure, UC Stadium has two
high rise stands and features a seating
capacity of 18, 600.  Located in the East End
of Charleston, the field is approximately a 5
minute drive from campus.  Conveniently
located, the field can be readily accessed from
I-77. 

Appalachian Power Park

   The University of Charleston plays baseball at
   Appalachian Power Park in downtown
   Charleston. It is also home of the West Virginia
   Power, a South Atlantic League club and 
   Class-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers.

   The $23 million stadium which opened on 
April 14, 2005 also hosts the West Virginia State High School Baseball Championships, Big League Tournaments, Little League Tournaments, concerts,
and many other community events.

Local media comments regarding Appalachian Power Park:

"When you have a minor league ballpark in Charleston, West Virginia, and people are comparing it to three of the top ballparks in major league baseball, that's impressive." - Charleston Gazette, April 15, 2005

"The ballpark is pristine. It's our brand-spanking-new baby Camden Yards.." - Charleston Gazette, April 21, 2005

Seating Chart  / Directions / Ballpark Reviews

Gorman Physical Education Building

The Gorman Building houses an Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness center, athletic training facilities, two racquetball courts and an auxiliary gym that is used for both varsity athletic practices and student recreation activities, including UC Intramural sports.

Eddie King Gymnasium

The home of UC Men's and Women's Basketball, UC Women's Volleyball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948. This historic venue has played host to Golden Eagle hoop stars such as Jim Harrick, Jayson Gee, Sherry Winn, Keith Tyler and Ajamu Gaines.

Triana Field

Triana Field, formerly called Blackwell Field, is home to UC Men's and Women's Soccer and various UC intramural activities. The facility also houses a baseball field for UC Baseball team practices.  The baseball field has the capability to conduct local area senior league competitions and other tournaments as well.  The newly renovated and renamed multipurpose field lies a short walk from UC's main campus.

UC Boathouse

Home to UC Men's and Women's Rowing, the University of Charleston Boathouse is one of the nation's few on-campus collegiate boathouses. The team's racing shells and ergometers are stored in the Boathouse, and rowers use the facilities throughout the year. The Kanawha River provides approximately 35 miles of rowable water to UC crews.