Capital Projects

Athletic Facilities Expansion and Renovation

Athletic Facilities Expansion and Renovation will further enhance Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ’s ability to: recruit the finest students and athletes to gain a competitive advantage; provide outstanding strength and conditioning facilities to maximize performance; and provide needed space for coaching, teaching and learning.

  • New Indoor Hitting Facility

    Support for a new indoor hitting facility is nearly complete! Give by November 1 and double your impact with this matching challenge. Join us for one last push and have your gift matched dollar for dollar from a generous Big Blue Baseball alumnus, up to $25,000. To discuss taking advantage of the match, or to explore alternate giving options, please contact Coach Brandon Townsend or Dan Baker at 217.424.3757.

  • The David J. & Debra C. Rathje Athletic Center

  • The Rathje Center

  • $12.3 Million Athletic Center Features:

    • 17,655 sq. ft.
    • Weight Room/Performance Center
    • Training Room
    • Team meeting room for multi-purpose use
    • Alleviates congestion in Griswold Locker Rooms
    • Ability to host CCIW and NCAA championship competitions
    • Conference Room
    • Coach Offices
    • Reception and Football Hall of Fame recognition area
    • Completion of facility scheduled for Summer, 2025