QuickFacts |
Built: 1990 |
Dedicated: April 22, 2004 |
Home Of: Men's and Women's Basketball, Volleyball |
Lockerroom Facilities: Men's and Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Soccer, Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Men's and Women's Track & Field, Men's and Women's Tennis, Men's and Women's Golf |
Amenities: Training Room, Weight Rooms, Indoor Pool, Squash Courts, Aerobics Room, Meeting Rooms |
Reich Family Pavilion
The University of Hartford honored the long-time commitment of Tom and Suzy Reich to the University's Department of Athletics by naming the western portion of the sports center complex, "The Reich Family Pavilion." The dedication ceremony was held on Thursday, April 22, 2004. The Pavilion was dedicated to the memory of Barbara J. Reich.
"Tom and Suzy have a wonderful track record of making a difference in the lives of our young people," said University President Walter Harrison.
In addition to a $2 million lead gift to the University's "Home Field Advantage" Campaign (which supported the construction of on-campus baseball and softball fields, a renovated Al-Marzook Field and the construction of a new, all-purpose track and field), the Reich family's record of giving has included money for scholarships, grants and annual support to various programs in the Department of Athletics. The Reich Family Athletics Development Fund, established in memory of Tom's late wife, Barbara, provides student-athletes from the University's less highly profiled teams with scholarships. This past year, five student-athletes benefited from the Reich's generosity.
"Tom and Suzy also give in ways that can't be measured financially - through their time, leadership, personal energy and support. They are our biggest fans," said Pat Meiser, University director of athletics.
Tom Reich, who was named an honorary alumnus of the University in 1994, has been a member of the University of Hartford's Board of Regents since 1995. He retired in 1998 from Underwriter's Service Agency (USA) after 33 years with the company, including serving as president of USA from 1988 until he retired. Reich earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Charleston (West Virginia) and a master's degree in business administration from Marshall University.
The Reich Family Pavilion houses lockerroom facilities for all 18 Division I sports as well as athletic administrative offices, athletic training facilities and the Chase Family Arena.
Â
