Athletic & Recreation Facilities Management

Welcome to Grand Valley's Athletic and Recreation Facilities!

Kelly Family Sports Center Turf Field

The Athletic & Recreation Facilities on Grand Valley State University's Allendale campus are managed by the department of Athletic & Recreation Facilities Management. We are part of the Athletic Department and the division of Finance & Administration at GVSU.  We are responsible for:  

  • Athletic & Rec Facilities (Aquatic Center, Climbing Center, Fieldhouse Complex, Kelly Family Sports Center, Lubber's Stadium, Recreation Center, Outdoor Athletic & Recreation Fields, Outdoor Tennis, Basketball, and Sand Volleyball Courts west of Laker Village Drive).
  • Student Staffing of the Aquatic Center, Climbing Center, Kelly Family Sports Center, and Recreation Center, as well as Fieldhouse events.
  • Scheduling of the Athletic & Rec Facilities.
  • Operating hours of the Kelly Family Sports Center open turf and track.
  • Equipment purchase and upkeep of the Rec Center equipment as well as various equipment used at all the Athletic & Rec Facilities.

Our Mission:

The Grand Valley State University Department of Athletic and Recreation Facilities Management strives to provide the campus and surrounding communities with quality facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle through academics, competitive athletics, fitness, and recreation.

Our Vision:

  • Maintain an educational emphasis throughout all aspects of the operation.
  • Create a competitive environment to remain at the highest levels of NCAA Division II.
  • Develop a staff that embraces diversity.
  • Offer multi-purpose facilities that promote healthy lifestyles.

We would like to know your thoughts regarding the Athletic and Recreation Facilities, please add your comments to the online Suggestion Box

Are you looking for the department of  Campus Recreation? They are a part of the Student Services Division here on the Allendale campus.  Their programs and services encompass Fitness, Intramurals, and Wellness.  The Fitness and Wellness Center is located on the lower level of the Recreation Center. The Intramural office is located in the main Fieldhouse complex, through the double doors, across from the Rec Center front desk.

Page last modified April 15, 2013