TALLAHASSEE, Fla. | FAMU Athletics announces a battery of capital projects and facility improvements into the new year.  

FAMU Athletics partners with Daktronics to install new video boards & sound in the Al Lawson Center and Gaither Gym Complex. These improvements will drastically enhance both facilities' game day and event atmosphere. 

"I am tremendously excited about these projects. Our "STRIKE" strategic plan has a focus on brand enhancement and creating environments of success for our student-athletes, coaches, and staff that is productive, proud, and progressive," said Associate AD for Sports Administration and Operations Michael Johnson. "As we continue to elevate our department to new and refined levels of excellence, our facilities will remain a top priority." 

The video board project will cost approximately $1M dollars, and slated to be completed in late spring of 2022. The Al Lawson Center is home to FAMU basketball teams. The new floor design will feature official marks of Nike and the LeBron James Brand. The design will be installed immediately after the 2021-22 basketball season.  

In addition to a new video board display, Gaither Gymnasium is currently undergoing a floor replacement, featuring Nike branded designs and new hydraulic basketball goals to ensure the facility is used for multi-purposed events. Gaither Gymnasium is home to the FAMU Volleyball team.  

Moore-Kittles Field, the home of FAMU baseball, is also in line for several significant improvements. The new netting backstop system from Netting Pros and Astroturf's artificial infield are all expected to be completed by the Rattler's season opener. The artificial turf will allow the Rattlers to play in all weather conditions year-round.


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