(02-17-2021 12:32 PM)GoDownSwinging Wrote: (02-17-2021 12:05 PM)Tiger87 Wrote: Yeah, I don't think those lower divisions are the way to go. I think getting an SEC assistant who is a known recruiter would be the right way.
I don't think an SEC assistant would want to come to a University that is bad at girls basketball, and doesn't have the facilities it takes to win. Doesn't look good when the mens team play in an NBA arena, and have their own practice facility. While the ladies play (and practice) in an a gym that doesn't look appealing at all. There are better high school gyms than what the Fieldhouse looks like now. I know one brings in millions, and the other doesn't. But still doesn't look good.
From Gotigersgo.com:
For the 2020-21 season, the facility is undergoing an extensive $3.5 million facelift that will update the gym's appearance and include added amenities for players and fans. Work on the gym portion will be completed by the start of the 2020-21 season, while renovations to the lobby will continue throughout the season. The renovations were designed by local design firm Fleming Architects.
The upgrades include:
modifying existing concrete risers to provide greater row-to-row spacing and install new arena chairback seating
add new acoustical wall panels inside the gymnasium
repaint all walls, risers, flooring and structure
replace all ceiling tiles
renovate team benches and press area
add air conditioning and heating in the lobby and concourse restrooms
replace all flooring, windows and paint in the lobby
renovate men's and women's restrooms
update concession stands
"Whenever we are able to raise the profile of Memphis women's basketball, I am elated," said head coach Melissa McFerrin, who enters her 13th year at the helm of the program in 2020-21. "These changes will dramatically improve the student-athlete experience, the in-game fan experience and the appeal of our facilities in recruiting."
The current $3.5 million project is the second significant upgrade to the facility in recent years. The last was a two-phase plan that began in 2011 and improved "behind-the-scenes" areas of the Fieldhouse.