Celebration Marks Completion of Athletic Renovations
The KUA community filled the Whittemore Athletic Center and Akerstrom Arena on February 8, warmed by the memories of David Winslow ’81 and the Winslow family, whose generosity helped propel major renovations to the facilities.
Seventy members of the KUA community including KUA parents, alumni and many of Winslow’s classmates came together to celebrate a legacy gift from Winslow that created a $250,000 challenge to the KUA community. More than 80 donors answered that match to collectively raise over $500,000 to complete the renovations.
"This project honors the past with a nod to the people and teams who have passed through and secures a future that will inspire pride and achievement," said Head of School Tyler Lewis.
Upgrades were made to the main entry lobby, the concourse level, and the lower-level corridor. Some of the visible renovations include a new color scheme and décor, branding and championship banners which will enhance the visitor experience. Significant upgrades to the HVAC system, lighting, restrooms, laundry, and locker rooms will bolster the facility and have a direct impact on the student experience for years to come.
The celebration preceded boys’ and girls’ varsity hockey games, with a ceremonial puck drop between games. On hand to drop the puck was Winslow’s partner Lisa Clarke, along with her daughters Alexandra and Nicole Clarke, Scot Barry ’81, and Woodie Haskins ’69, Head Coach of KUA’s 1982 New England Championship Team.
"This project marks our first major investment in athletics and wellness here at KUA in well over a decade – and serves as a springboard to many exciting projects to follow," said Lewis.
