University of Tennessee Athletics
Tennessee Dedicates Wayne G. Basler Boathouse
September 06, 2018 | Rowing
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee unveiled renovations to the second and third floors of the Wayne G. Basler Boathouse on Friday in a dedication ceremony attended by student-athletes, alumni, UT staff and donors. The renovations include a new locker room, an expanded kitchen area and a third-floor training facility.Â
"The transformation of the Wayne G. Basler Boathouse is extraordinary," Tennessee Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer said. "These facility enhancements are going to impact not only our rowing team's chemistry and camaraderie but also its performance on the water. Our ability to recruit outstanding student-athletes also has been enhanced as a result of this renovation and our new world-class, top-floor training space. We're thankful to everyone who contributed to make this transformation a reality."
The renovation of the boathouse gives the entire rowing team the ability to train together for the first time.Â
"It is great for Tennessee Rowing to have a facility where each student-athlete has a place," said Head Coach Lisa Glenn. "Words cannot express my gratitude to the generous donors who have ensured - through their contributions - that young women will continue to be challenged to grow into the best version of themselves through this sport."
The Wayne G. Basler Boathouse is a three-story, 18,000 square-foot facility. Located directly south of Neyland Stadium, the boathouse anchors the west end of Knoxville's Volunteer Landing waterfront development and jettisons 40-feet out over the water with balconies overlooking the Tennessee River. The ground level boat bay holds 26 boats ranging from singles to pairs to quads and fours and eights. Outside, a 160-foot floating dock provides enough space to launch three eights at once.
The second floor holds the Janet McKinley Locker Room that features 65 custom lockers as well as restroom and shower facilities. The floor also has administrative offices and a kitchen and dining area complete with a nutrition bar for post-practice snacks.
The third floor, which was at one point a restaurant, was completely gutted in order to create a state-of-the-art indoor training facility. At 6,000 square feet, the room boasts 40 ergometers (ergs), 30 stationary bicycles and a two 75-inch video boards that can be used for messaging and video review.Â
"The renovation of the boathouse has been an ongoing project since before my freshman year," said senior rower Pari Baker. "To have it completed for my senior year is a privilege. One of the best parts of our boathouse is our erg room on the third floor. The open space allows room for our erg machines and stationary bikes, and also provides a great view of the Tennessee River."Â
Renovations to the second and third floors of the Wayne G. Basler Boathouse were the second phase of upgrades made possible by the donations of Wayne G. Basler, Janet McKinley, Bill and Mary Ramsbey, and Kevin and Carole Bay.
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"The transformation of the Wayne G. Basler Boathouse is extraordinary," Tennessee Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer said. "These facility enhancements are going to impact not only our rowing team's chemistry and camaraderie but also its performance on the water. Our ability to recruit outstanding student-athletes also has been enhanced as a result of this renovation and our new world-class, top-floor training space. We're thankful to everyone who contributed to make this transformation a reality."
The renovation of the boathouse gives the entire rowing team the ability to train together for the first time.Â
"It is great for Tennessee Rowing to have a facility where each student-athlete has a place," said Head Coach Lisa Glenn. "Words cannot express my gratitude to the generous donors who have ensured - through their contributions - that young women will continue to be challenged to grow into the best version of themselves through this sport."
The Wayne G. Basler Boathouse is a three-story, 18,000 square-foot facility. Located directly south of Neyland Stadium, the boathouse anchors the west end of Knoxville's Volunteer Landing waterfront development and jettisons 40-feet out over the water with balconies overlooking the Tennessee River. The ground level boat bay holds 26 boats ranging from singles to pairs to quads and fours and eights. Outside, a 160-foot floating dock provides enough space to launch three eights at once.
The second floor holds the Janet McKinley Locker Room that features 65 custom lockers as well as restroom and shower facilities. The floor also has administrative offices and a kitchen and dining area complete with a nutrition bar for post-practice snacks.
The third floor, which was at one point a restaurant, was completely gutted in order to create a state-of-the-art indoor training facility. At 6,000 square feet, the room boasts 40 ergometers (ergs), 30 stationary bicycles and a two 75-inch video boards that can be used for messaging and video review.Â
"The renovation of the boathouse has been an ongoing project since before my freshman year," said senior rower Pari Baker. "To have it completed for my senior year is a privilege. One of the best parts of our boathouse is our erg room on the third floor. The open space allows room for our erg machines and stationary bikes, and also provides a great view of the Tennessee River."Â
Renovations to the second and third floors of the Wayne G. Basler Boathouse were the second phase of upgrades made possible by the donations of Wayne G. Basler, Janet McKinley, Bill and Mary Ramsbey, and Kevin and Carole Bay.
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