Lincoln Park Athletic Complex

Questions & Answers About The Lincoln Park Athletic Complex

Why Build This Facility At Lincoln Park?
Pacific originally planned to build their outdoor athletic complex on land located along Cedar Street at 22nd Ave. That land is removed from campus by a block and athletes have to cross two busy arterial streets to get to the complex. Building the athletic facilities at Lincoln Park will keep Pacific's athletic facilities in one place, creating an athletic physical plant, with all of the facilities grouped at the north end of the campus.

Where Will The Pacific Baseball And Softball Teams Play During The 2007 Season?
Because of construction, the Boxers will be unable to play at Bond Field or on the Lincoln Park softball fields. Both teams will relocate to the Hillsboro Stadium complex, located along Cornelius Pass Rd. at the Sunset Highway.

Will Lincoln Park Be Closed To The Public?
No. All areas of the new Lincoln Park will be available for public use. The Fit Trail will be revised with new paths that will be constructed, and the park's playground equipment will remain. In addition, a soccer field and softball field will remain at Lincoln Park for recreational use. The new athletic facilities will need to be scheduled for use through the City of Forest Grove, which is no different than the current procedure for Bond Field, the Aquatic Center or other specialized facilities.

Will The City Of Forest Grove Be Selling Lincoln Park To Pacific University?
No. Forest Grove will retain ownership of the park property.

What Will Happen With The Cedar Street Field?
Pacific University will sell the Cedar Street Field. The land is currently on the market. Funds from the sale of the property will help finance the Lincoln Park Athletic Complex project.

What Is The Future Of Tom Reynolds Field?
Tom Reynolds Field (formerly McCready Field) has served as a University athletic facility for well over 100 years. It was the home of Pacific football from 1981-1991 at McCready Field and has served as the home of Pacific soccer since 1992. The field will be decommissioned from varsity athletic use following the final home women's lacrosse match on March 15, 2007. In the short term, Tom Reynolds Field will be use for team practices and intramural events. In the long term, the land will likely be used for additional residence halls as the University's enrollment continues to increase.

Why An Artificial Surface For Soccer And Lacrosse?
With the Northwest's wet climate in the fall and spring, natural grass fields for soccer and lacrosse can quickly turn from well-manicured grass to a mud pit. While this not only wreaks havoc on uniforms, it can also increase the risk of injury for athletes. By installing a Field Turf surface, injury risks to Pacific athletes will be decreased in those sports. Maintenance costs will be reduced drastically by eliminating the constant need to reseed and maintain the natural grass.