News & Updates
Louisville, Ky. (February 26, 2025) – The ASM Global-managed Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center is proud to host two NCAA Division 1 collegiate track and field championships in Louisville this weekend, marking a significant milestone for both the city and the venue. The ASUN Indoor Track and Field Championship, hosted by Bellarmine University, will take place Thursday, February 27 and Friday, February 28, 2025. Following this event, the University of Louisville will host the ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships from Saturday, March 1 through Monday, March 3, 2025.
Greg Fante, President & CEO of the Louisville Sports Commission, reflected on the significance of these events, saying, “Hosting two Division I conference championships at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center exemplifies the vision for which this facility was built. The back-to-back ASUN and ACC indoor track and field championships this weekend reflect the facility’s visionary purpose.” This milestone events highlight how the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center has become a premier venue for elite-level athletic competition.
"The ASUN had multiple championship site options for indoor track and field, and bringing this event to Louisville, in partnership with Bellarmine University, will provide a great student-athlete experience, said ASUN Commissioner Ted Gumbart had previously stated. “Louisville is a great sports city, Bellarmine is a proven high-quality host, and the facility will have all the attributes for us to run an outstanding meet. We look forward to the track providing a venue where we will see many new ASUN records set."
The excitement is equally palpable for the ACC, with Commissioner Jim Phillips, Ph.D., eagerly anticipating the return to Louisville. “It will be terrific to be back in Louisville for the 2025 ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships and we appreciate the entire city and the University of Louisville for hosting this important event,” said Phillips. “The Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center was an outstanding host for the 2023 event, and we know they will provide an outstanding experience for our student-athletes, coaches, and teams.”
For the city of Louisville, these back-to-back championships mean much more than just thrilling competition. The Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, featuring one of only nine hydraulically banked indoor tracks in the United States, has rapidly become a hub for world-class athletic events and record setting performances. This cutting-edge facility, designed by Mondo and Kiefer, has been instrumental in propelling Louisville to the forefront of the indoor track and field scene.
Marcus McAlpin, Assistant General Manager of the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, expressed his gratitude for the hard work of his team and the strong relationships built with the ACC and ASUN conferences, saying, “We are incredibly honored to host these prestigious indoor track and field championships at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire staff, whose commitment ensures that we provide a world-class experience for every event. We’re grateful for the strong partnerships we’ve built with Bellarmine University, the University of Louisville, the ACC and ASUN, and we look forward to continuing to foster these relationships as we showcase Louisville’s incredible facilities and hospitality to the athletes, coaches, and fans.”
The hosting of these championships will attract visitors from across the country, further establishing Louisville as a major sports destination. Local track and field enthusiasts are encouraged to attend these exciting events. Tickets to the ASUN Indoor Track & Field Championships are just $5 for children and $10 for adults, while the ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships are free to attend. For a complete schedule, ticket information, and event details, visit nortonslc.com.