CENTER COURT AT CREEKSIDE
FACTS:
Tennis Stadium: Center Court at Creekside
Grand Opening: June 20, 2015
Architect: ROSSETTI
Size: 46,000 square feet with 2,500 seats
Court Surface: Deco-Turf
SITE & DESIGN:
The tennis stadium takes advantage of its unique Creekside location, featuring expansive views of Howard’s Creek, The Old White TPC and the mountains beyond while offering spectators an engaging viewing experience. The architecture references the rich architectural history of The Greenbrier campus through the creation of a colonnade at the stadium entrances and other historical references.
The unique U-shaped bowl takes advantage of panoramic views of the natural surroundings. It also creates a special opportunity to establish the multi-functional plaza, west of the court, to accommodate hospitality tents with immediate access to the court. This flexible space can also be used for additional grandstand seating capacity. For a premier tennis event, the facility can offer up to 400 corporate loge seats. The site is also designed for additional concession spaces and will be broadcast-ready with camera pits and a camera area. Professional-grade lighting will also be used.
“It’s been a real pleasure to match the rich sporting heritage at The Greenbrier with a unique professional-level stadium to enhance the tennis viewing experience for patrons,” said Matt Rossetti, President. “The beautiful natural setting is a real asset to the design that we don’t normally encounter. It will be a stand-out experience for Greenbrier guests and players and will continue its tradition as one of the finest sporting resorts in the U.S.”
PAST EVENTS:
June 20, 2015: Grand Opening Celebrations
Opening Match: Pete Sampras vs. Andre Agassi
Opening Concert: Earth, Wind & Fire
June 21-23, 2015: Pete Sampras Tennis Clinic
September 26-27, 2015: The Greenbrier Champions Tennis Classic
Participants: Pete Sampras, John McEnroe, Jim Courier, James Blake
June 2-7, 2016: The Greenbrier Tennis Showcase
Center Court Amateur Tennis Championship
Under the Lights: Sampras vs. Roddick
Pete Sampras Tennis Clinic
September 17-18, 2016: The Greenbrier Champions Tennis Classic
Participants: Pete Sampras, John McEnroe, Venus Williams, Shelby Rogers