Groundbreaking ceremony held for New Haven Fieldhouse

After several years of planning, review and refinement, Card & Associates leaders and Mayor Steve McMichael announced the “New Haven District” with a groundbreaking for the New Haven Fieldhouse. The planning team has made substantial progress in updating the District’s location and public-private partnership.

“We are so excited to break ground on the Fieldhouse at The New Haven District. This day has been years in the making. That we find ourselves in this moment is a testament to the grit, determination and dedication of all our partners,” said Mayor McMichael. “Now, we look forward to the completion of the Fieldhouse, ribbon cutting and ultimately, welcoming youth sports teams and families from all across the region to New Haven.”

Today, the New Haven District team begins the construction phase focused on the $31 million fieldhouse and infrastructure construction. The 140,000 square feet Fieldhouse will include five basketball courts that flex to ten volleyball courts. An additional 65,000 square feet of indoor turf can be used for additional sports and can be used for alternate purposes. Full master plan uses will focus on welcoming and supporting Fieldhouse athletes and their families.

The most immediate, high-profile commitment came from Parkview Sports Medicine (PSM), which offers services such as athletic rehabilitation, orthopedics, sports nutrition, performance training and more. Retail and lodging are also envisioned as early master plan commitments.

Card & Associates echoed Mayor McMichael’s appreciation for the entire City of New Haven team and partners. “Card & Associates has similar multi-use venues statewide. It is always time well spent to focus on the unique opportunities of the community,” said Andy Card, Card & Associates Founder. “The New Haven District’s first partner, Parkview Sports Medicine, has already provided valuable input to help shape this master plan.”

Card & Associates multi-use developments showcase a multi-sport fieldhouse as a key anchor. Because each fieldhouse welcomes thousands of athletes annually, access to expert medical care is essential.

“At Parkview Sports Medicine, we’re committed to an athlete’s whole health, from nutrition and training to a higher level of care, if necessary,” said Tommy Schoegler, vice president of the orthopedic service line at Parkview Health. “We’re excited to be a part of the New Haven Fieldhouse and are eager to introduce PSM to the community.”

New Haven city officials are leading the effort to bring this important attraction to New Haven with impact components that enable Card & Associates to move forward now.

“The due diligence process has been robust New Haven District intends to be the premier sporting and tourism destination in Allen County and Northeast Indiana. Parkview Sports Medicine’s commitment early into this process enables all involved to shape and embrace the final plan specifics,” says Billy Bunkowfst, Card & Associates President. The Card & Associates team will move very quickly from groundbreaking to ribbon cutting. The group will work diligently to secure additional partners and tenants as construction occurs. The economic and quality of life impacts always demonstrate Card & Associates guiding “more than sport” value statement.

New Haven is a vibrant community of over 16,500 people in Eastern Allen County. New Haven prides itself as a community that serves. The McMichael administration is focused on making New Haven the best place to live, work, play, run a business, and visit in Northeast Indiana. More information can be found at the City’s website NewHaven.IN.Gov

Card & Associates portfolio includes the Pacers Athletic Center in Westfield, The Farmers Bank Fieldhouse in Lebanon, Precision Garage Door Fieldhouse in Noblesville, Community Sports and Wellness Center in Pendleton and Mishawaka Fieldhouse in Mishawaka. Additional sites are currently underway or soon to be announced. Each site is maximized with complementary tenants, major partners and solid tournament and league relationships. With each of these locations, additional economic development occurs rapidly, adding to the overall positive impact for the cities, residents and businesses.

Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system serving a northern Indiana and northwest Ohio population of more than 1.3 million. Parkview Health’s mission is to improve health and inspire well-being in the communities it serves. With approximately 17,500 co-workers, it is the region’s largest employer.