The women’s soccer practice facility, located across from Dick Dlesk on Monongahela Blvd., features a 75-by-120 yard natural turf field. There is also additional space for goalkeeper drills and player warm-ups to avoid extensive use of the playing surface.
Four towers outline the fields with lights that can illuminate game-field conditions. Additionally, a state-of-the-art audio system helps provide a competitive, fun training atmosphere for the Mountaineers.
In October 2011, the Mountaineers began residence in their new state-of-the-art facility that houses a custom players locker room, coaches office space, team lounge with kitchenette, athletic training room that includes a hydrotherapy pool, hall of honor, equipment and apparel storage rooms, and public restrooms.
This first-class soccer facility further demonstrates West Virginia University’s commitment to excellence in women’s soccer.
In the fall of 2012, WVU completed its renovation of the current women’s soccer locker room, including a 300-square-foot expansion. New ceramic tile along with shower facilities, new restroom sinks, counters and stalls were installed in the bathroom.
The centerpiece of the renovation is custom made solid oak lockers housing individual player leather seats. Ample space is now available with a dressing area for practice and games.
A player’s lounge area was also constructed. New carpet, lighting, graphics, LCD television, and a custom video system and screen were also part of the package, as was a three-station computer area. The area has become a daily home for women’s soccer players before class and after a match on the weekend.
The perimeter of the practice field underwent a significant upgrade process as the windscreens were replaced in 2023. These windscreens highlight team culture, conference titles, NCAA appearances and Mountaineers playing professionally.
