Learn More About the Field of Dreams
Unchanged for many years, Dominican University of California's existing athletic field falls far short of the challenges posed by increasingly sophisticated and complex athletic programs, as well as the reasonable expectations of current and prospective students and families.
Under the leadership of President Joseph R. Fink, Dominican's Board of Trustees has determined that improving the University's outdoor athletic facilities is one of the institution's top capital priorities. The University is proposing the funding, construction, and ongoing maintenance of a new synethetic turf athletic field that will position Dominican to meet the requirements for possible admission to NCAA II, the next level of athletic competition.
Welcome to Dominican's "Field of Dreams." The proposed athletic field will measure 110,025 square feet and will include an artificial grass softball field, a multi-use artificial grass field carrying lines and markings for soccer and lacrosse, inlaid lines and markings for two synthetic turf volleyball courts, and a 90-space parking lot. New concession stand and restroom facilities are also planned. Site furnishings will include a scoreboard, bullpen, batting cage, dugouts, and bleachers seating approximately 500.
The new synthetic field will require little or no maintenance and can be used safely year-round. The durability of the materials that have been chosen for the field will give it a lifespan of between 10-12 years under normal use.
Our vision is "years of productive play for better people, a better University, and a better community."
Our mission is "to build it."
John Caple, well-known author of books on business and leadership and a former Dominican College business professor, is chairing the athletic field campaign. Click here to read John's welome letter.
The estimated cost of the project is $3,250,000. Click here for more information on funding sources.
The groundbreaking goal date is spring 2009.
The project completion goal date is summer 2009.
The facility will support four important constituencies:
Varsity Sports
The athletic field will preserve the integrity of the University's athletic programs, enhance the University's ability to attract student-athletes, provide Dominican's coaches and student-athletes with the facilities they need to prepare and compete at the next level, and provide for year-round play.
"Improved facilities will help us attract better student-athletes." - Ashley Wells, Captain, Women's Volleyball Team; Cal Pac Conference Team; Academic All-American
"Dominican is in desperate need of a top class field to match the caliber of its athletes and staff." - Todd Seech, Captain, Men's Soccer; Captain, Men's Lacrosse; Cal Pac All-Conference Team
"The improvements to our athletic facilities will better support the students and give us the space we need for practice and competition." - John Brooks, Head Soccer Coach
Intramural Sports
The athletic field will be a safe and durable venue for a thriving, year-round intramural athletics program.
"Dominican's Field of Dreams will encourage students to build healthy lifestyles and prepare them for life-long physical fitness." - Roger Goodwin, Athletic Director
Community Sports
The athletic field will play a very important role serving Marin's youth sports community, including Marin FC, the MYC, the County Communtiy School and Phoenix Academy and San Rafael's Canal Alliance.
"A synthetic field supporting a variety of outdoor sports leagues and community events will go a long way in extending Dominican's footprint in the community." - Karl Buder, area volunteer
Community Cultural Events
The athletic field will provide a facility to host various outdoor community events, including arts and crafts fairs and exhibits.
