Athletics–Recreation Center

The Athletics-Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility on Valparaiso University campus with a main gymnasium that seats around 5,000 people. The complex includes the Schrage Basketball Wing with coaching offices and the Mosak Performance Center for athlete development.

The facility opened in 1984 after construction began in 1983, expanding the existing Hilltop Gymnasium with new spaces. This expansion made it a modern venue for university athletics and competitions.

The venue serves as the home base for Valparaiso Beacons basketball and hosts tournaments that draw supporters from across the region. Visitors experience how the university community gathers here to celebrate athletic achievements.

The venue sits on the university campus and is easy to find using campus pathways. Visitors should plan to explore during times when practices and games are happening to experience the full activity level.

One notable feature is the advanced Mosak Performance Center, designed specifically to enhance athlete development through modern training methods. This specialized facility helps optimize the skills of university sports teams.

Location: Valparaiso

Inception: 1984

Official opening: 1984

Capacity: 5000

Website: http://valpoathletics.com/facilities/reccenter

GPS coordinates: 41.46420,-87.04830

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54