Eastern Michigan held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the GameAbove Golf Performance Center at Eagle Crest Golf Course on Jan. 16, 2024.
The two-story facility, perched elegantly overlooking the 18th green and Ford Lake, was made possible through an $8 million gift from GameAbove, a dedicated group of Eastern Michigan alumni. The facility stands as a testament to EMU’s commitment to excellence in collegiate golf. This state-of-the-art training complex, spanning 13,000 square feet, is designed to propel the Eastern men’s and women’s golf teams to new heights of success. With locker rooms, meeting spaces, indoor putting and chipping areas, and cutting-edge simulators, the facility provides an unparalleled training environment for all elements of the game.
The building features a dedicated practice range, spanning 6,619 square feet, which offers student-athletes the opportunity to hone their skills with targeted training sessions. A specialized area covering 5,383 square feet has been designated for chipping and putting, ensuring that every aspect of the game is meticulously addressed in the training regimen. Additionally, the inclusion of two TrackMan 4 Simulators, totaling 1,974 square feet, adds a cutting-edge dimension to the training experience. These simulators bring the outdoor game indoors, allowing for precision training regardless of external conditions.
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Photos: GameAbove Golf Performance Center
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
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GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
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GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
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GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
GameAbove Golf Performance Center
Eastern Michigan's GameAbove Golf Performance Center. (Photo: EMU Athletics)
