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The foundation for a new era in Oglethorpe Athletics is being laid.
There are a number of positive changes taking place this year. There
will be new weight room equipment, courtesy of the agreement with
Infinite Sports, lights for the tennis courts and a new wood floor
in Dorough field house. The floor will replace the old synthetic
surface that has been blamed for so many injuries. The Men’s and
Women’s Basketball Coaches are thrilled that basketball will now be
played on a hardwood surface the way the game was meant to be. 
The field-house has been closed while the work is being done, but
student athletes have been sneaking in to get a peak. There is
excitement and anticipation as to what the floor will look like and
how it will play. Unfortunately the faithful will have to wait for
next season to find out how the floor plays, but for those who want
to see the new look, here is the final design decided on by the
Athletics Director, Jay Gardiner and his staff. The wood is a maple
and stained to reflect the colors of Oglethorpe with the letters "O"
and "U" prominently displayed in the center.
The look of the future is bright and should reflect well on the
new floor in Dorough field-house. The crews began working on the
project at the end of the basketball season. The anticipated
completion date is May 1, 2005. The athletic staff is currently
making plans for a celebration to commemorate the re-opening.
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