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Utah Gymnastics Seeks Dumke Center Expansion
3/5/2018 2:23 PM | Gymnastics
Fundraising Campaign Officially Kicks Off.
SALT LAKE CITY—With the goal to remain among the nation's elite college athletic programs, the Utah gymnastics program has initiated a fund-raising campaign to expand and upgrade its aging training facility. When it opened in 1999, the Dumke Gymnastics Center was the finest college training facility of its kind in the country. In the nearly two decades that have elapsed, the Ute gymnasts have outgrown their home and are inviting the public to invest in a much-needed expansion.
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The plans call for a partial second story addition to house an expanded team locker room, lounge and balcony. Other amenities include locker rooms for the coaches—something the building now lacks—and improvements to the athletic training and rehabilitation area.
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"When the Dumke Gymnastics Center opened back in 1999, it was a state-of-the-art facility that helped our program break barriers in women's sports," said Utah co-head coach Megan Marsden. "But the world has caught up and we need help in bringing our facility in line with the other top programs in the country."
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Utah's legacy of 10 national championships, an unprecedented 42-year streak of national championship appearances, 20 NCAA Super Six appearances and the largest fan base in college women's sports is at stake, stress Marsden and co-head coach Tom Farden.
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"The improvements we need to make aren't extravagant—they are essential," said Farden, who also heads Utah's recruiting efforts. "They are core to our mission of attracting world-class student-athletes to our program and providing them the best experience possible. The Dumke Center expansion will help ensure our legacy of success continues into the future."
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Marsden and Farden are spearheading the fundraising efforts, assisted by a committee of longtime season ticket holders comprised of Brad and Amy Mayeda, Dan and Deena Lofgren and John and Georgia Bircumshaw. Their goal is to raise $3 million with construction beginning in 2020.
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"People in our community are passionate about Utah gymnastics and we hope to tap into that passion," said Marsden. "Our huge crowds help us not only in recruiting, but in the great experience our gymnasts have throughout their careers. We hope our fans will go the next step and help us expand the Dumke Center.
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There are several name recognition opportunities associated with the expansion. Donors who give $500 and up will have their names etched on the exterior pillars while donations of $10,000 and up will secure the donor(s) name on a Perfect 10.0 wall located on the building's exterior. Persons donating $25,000 or more should contact Marsden and Farden at 801-581-6221 regarding interior naming options.
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Fans may also contribute directly through the 2019 season ticket renewal process by adding a voluntary donation to their ticket cost.
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Interested members of the public seeking more information and an inside look at the expansion plans will also have three chances to meet with coaches Marsden and Farden and the fundraising committee:
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Tuesday, Mar. 13, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Dumke Gymnastics Training Center
Catch the end of practice, Q&A with the team, Dumke Center walkthrough and expansion discussion.
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Friday Mar. 16, 9:30-9:45 p.m., Huntsman Center (Section C starting at row 1)
Following Utah's Senior Night meet against Georgia, stick around and participate in an expansion discussion with members of the fundraising committee
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Monday, Apr. 2, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Dumke Gymnastics Training Center
Catch the end of practice, Q&A with the team, Dumke Center walkthrough and expansion discussion.
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Ways to Give
1. Â Visit online at Dumke Center Expansion Project
2. Call a Crimson Club account representative 801-587-9894
3. Mail a check payable to Utah Gymnastics c/o Dumke Expansion, 1825 E. South Campus Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84112
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The plans call for a partial second story addition to house an expanded team locker room, lounge and balcony. Other amenities include locker rooms for the coaches—something the building now lacks—and improvements to the athletic training and rehabilitation area.
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"When the Dumke Gymnastics Center opened back in 1999, it was a state-of-the-art facility that helped our program break barriers in women's sports," said Utah co-head coach Megan Marsden. "But the world has caught up and we need help in bringing our facility in line with the other top programs in the country."
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Utah's legacy of 10 national championships, an unprecedented 42-year streak of national championship appearances, 20 NCAA Super Six appearances and the largest fan base in college women's sports is at stake, stress Marsden and co-head coach Tom Farden.
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"The improvements we need to make aren't extravagant—they are essential," said Farden, who also heads Utah's recruiting efforts. "They are core to our mission of attracting world-class student-athletes to our program and providing them the best experience possible. The Dumke Center expansion will help ensure our legacy of success continues into the future."
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Marsden and Farden are spearheading the fundraising efforts, assisted by a committee of longtime season ticket holders comprised of Brad and Amy Mayeda, Dan and Deena Lofgren and John and Georgia Bircumshaw. Their goal is to raise $3 million with construction beginning in 2020.
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"People in our community are passionate about Utah gymnastics and we hope to tap into that passion," said Marsden. "Our huge crowds help us not only in recruiting, but in the great experience our gymnasts have throughout their careers. We hope our fans will go the next step and help us expand the Dumke Center.
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There are several name recognition opportunities associated with the expansion. Donors who give $500 and up will have their names etched on the exterior pillars while donations of $10,000 and up will secure the donor(s) name on a Perfect 10.0 wall located on the building's exterior. Persons donating $25,000 or more should contact Marsden and Farden at 801-581-6221 regarding interior naming options.
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Fans may also contribute directly through the 2019 season ticket renewal process by adding a voluntary donation to their ticket cost.
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Interested members of the public seeking more information and an inside look at the expansion plans will also have three chances to meet with coaches Marsden and Farden and the fundraising committee:
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Tuesday, Mar. 13, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Dumke Gymnastics Training Center
Catch the end of practice, Q&A with the team, Dumke Center walkthrough and expansion discussion.
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Friday Mar. 16, 9:30-9:45 p.m., Huntsman Center (Section C starting at row 1)
Following Utah's Senior Night meet against Georgia, stick around and participate in an expansion discussion with members of the fundraising committee
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Monday, Apr. 2, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Dumke Gymnastics Training Center
Catch the end of practice, Q&A with the team, Dumke Center walkthrough and expansion discussion.
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Ways to Give
1. Â Visit online at Dumke Center Expansion Project
2. Call a Crimson Club account representative 801-587-9894
3. Mail a check payable to Utah Gymnastics c/o Dumke Expansion, 1825 E. South Campus Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84112
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