Wake Forest’s athletic department just welcomed a new university president and is in the middle of a $250 million mixed-use development called “The Grounds” that is reshaping the entire sports and entertainment district around campus. 🧱
Private capital is now following the athletic department’s lead. A hotel property was just acquired for redevelopment, a neighboring commercial plaza was purchased for major renovation, a $33 million freestanding emergency department is under construction nearby.
The district now draws over one million fans annually across Joel Coliseum, Allegacy Stadium, Couch Ball Park, and the Wake Forest Tennis Center.
Truist is a named partner for women’s athletics, the school just opened a new campus in Charlotte’s innovation district, and the AD is running a disciplined commercial operation for a school Wake Forest’s size.
People talk about the big brands in college athletics…Wake Forest is a quiet case study in what it looks like when an athletic department operates like an anchor for its entire surrounding community.
MICHAEL BRENNAN IS A @PGATOUR CHAMPION🏆
Brennan secures his first PGA TOUR win at the @BOUChampionship after a dominant run on @PGATOURAmericas, and secures exempt PGA TOUR status through 2027
Mil gracias a todos
Many thanks to all
Merci beaucoup à tous
Grazie mille à tutti
谢谢大家
شكرا لكم جميعا
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Wake Forest University is proud to partner with @CityofWS and Carter and Front Street Capital on "The Grounds" — a 100-acre development that will reshape the area near Allegacy Stadium and @LJVMColiseum.
The Grounds will bring together retail, residential and office spaces, creating new opportunities for both the University and the broader Winston-Salem community.
Learn more at https://t.co/e8tLE0TUpo.
"The enhancements and evolution of this area will not only bolster our goal of providing the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, but will also create year-round opportunities that bring Value to Wake Forest, Winston-Salem and our Triad Communities."
Special edition From The Quad from @John_Currie: https://t.co/GKm8eUS7QF
"John continues to provide extraordinary leadership for Wake Forest Athletics ... His appointment also as Vice President reflects his broad collaborations across the University as a whole."
Wake Forest, John Currie ink long-term contract extension: https://t.co/wynfZRxecm