Indiana Fever share indoor renderings of new practice facility, set to open in 2027

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Fever are making progress on their new practice facility.

Pacers Sports and Entertainment shared renderings of the inside of the facility, situated across from Gainbridge Fieldhouse at the intersection of Maryland and Delaware streets, on Thursday morning. 

The 108,000-square-foot space will be a major upgrade from the Fever’s current practice space, which is situated inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse with just one court and minimal player support areas.

Those renderings include dual practice courts, a podcast studio, golf simulator, individual player spaces within the locker room, and a room for dedicated childcare services. It will also have a full kitchen with a chef, and a recovery suite that includes hydrotherapy pools, an infrared sauna, and massage therapy rooms.

The $78 million structure will be three levels, with part of the first story dedicated to be open to the public with a team store and the Fever Hall of Excellence.

“These renderings bring our vision into focus,” Indiana Fever president Kelly Krauskopf said in a statement. “Every element of this facility has been intentionally designed around our players including how they train, recover, connect and live day to day. This will set a new standard for women’s sports and continue to position Indianapolis at the center of that momentum.”

The facility is expected to open ahead of the 2027 WNBA season — just in time for what may be a frenzy of free agency for the second straight offseason.

Chloe Peterson is the Indiana Fever beat reporter for IndyStar. Reach her at capeterson@indystar.com or follow her on X at @chloepeterson67. Get IndyStar’s Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark coverage sent directly to your inbox with our Caitlin Clark Fever newsletter. Subscribe to IndyStar’s YouTube channel for Fever Insiders Live.