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Ground broken in ceremony for Wilkins Stadium renovations

Shovels remain in the dirt next to Wilkins Stadium after university officials broke ground on the new project on Saturday morning. The $9.65 million stadium renovations will add an indoor practice facility, a team operations building and improvements to the fan experience.

Surrounded by alumni, team officials, and faculty, university members broke ground on Wilkins Stadium renovations on Saturday morning.

Brad Pittman, athletic director for athletic facilities, said the renovation contract was awarded to Crossland Construction with Tessere as the architect.

The first phase of renovations will be adding an indoor practice facility, including batting cages, a full-size infield, heating and air conditioning.