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Drexel soccer venue getting upgrade
The lead $1 million challenge gift for a $3.5 project was announced Friday
A video scoreboard and expanded seating capacity are among the improvements planned as part of a $3.5 million upgrade to the soccer and lacrosse venue at Drexel University’s Vidas Athletic Complex.
Drexel Athletics announced a $1 million challenge gift for the project from university trustee and men’s lacrosse alumnus Jim Bean ‘91 and his wife Christine on Friday.
“There are many pillars that support a world class University, and athletics is a critical one,” said Jim Bean, a former Apple executive who is now an entrepreneur and seed investor in early-stage technology and healthcare companies, in a news release. “We are excited to welcome fellow Drexel alumni, parents and friends to join us in helping ensure Drexel athletics is a leading contributor to this amazing transformation.”
The improvements are expected to “enhance the overall experience of the student athletes, drive recruiting of high caliber prospects for coaches, and put Drexel Athletics on a platform to compete with other CAA venues and programs.”
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