Sarasota County plans to Build Sports Complex at Nathan Benderson Park (design, estimate)

[Sunshine Rules]

From the article:

Chicago-based C.H. Johnson Consulting, Inc., conducted a feasibility report for the project, which recommended that the complex be at least 100,000 square feet and include eight full-sized basketball courts. These could be converted into 16 volleyball courts or 24 pickleball courts. A facility of this size would be able to hold large tournaments.

C.H. Johnson Consulting also recommends that the facility have locker rooms, a concession/café bar concept, at least four multipurpose rooms and other amenities.



https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/...rk/9720993002/

[loves2read]

The story mentions that Ironman tourneys might be possible in the future
Those are big draws from around the world if there is the right sponsorship/money/prestige associated with it

That area is where MOTE is building its new aquarium

Pickle ball is getting to be very popular as well—and I know when my daughter played volleyball league years past there was problem growing the league because of limited indoor court space

Could be a winner if the powers that be dont run amok with the design process and can get sponsorships/ donations

[BeirksDentley]

Eight (8), EIGHT Basketball Courts??


Spells total waste, and a bunch of trouble on tap

[MattMN]

"The building will be located on the island at Nathan Benderson."

When I see events there, the island is already full - parking, tents, vendors, etc. How is there room for a large building on the island, plus everything else that is already using that space? I can't imagine there would be parking available there for the large tournaments they want.

[Jensen440]

Never underestimate Benderson.