Morrison Athletic Center Entrance

Opened in the fall of 2000, the Morrison Athletic Center (MAC) presents tremendous space for athletic and wellness activities. It is located in the southwest corner of the campus with the south and west sides being by the Charles River and Motley's Pond. The MAC blends renovated space with new construction that flows nicely for players, spectators, and all members of the Nobles Community. It is in close proximity to most fields which allows ease of access to contests for players, staff, and spectators.

The Class of 1949 Lobby

The Class of 1949 Lobby is just inside the main entrance and is the hub for the MAC. From this focal point, Nobles players and coaches radiate to the fitness center, training room, athletic store, locker rooms, and various playing surfaces. In addition, it provides a spot for teams or groups of spectators to sit and relax before or after a contest or practice. A display of trophies borders one wall of the lobby that highlights the rich tradition of Nobles athletics.  Newspaper clippings of the season's sporting events are posted on a display board held on another wall.   

A suspended track surrounds Rappaport Gymnasium

The Rappaport Gymnasium sits on the second floor of the MAC houses a suspended walking/jogging track and floor space enough for two full-size basketball courts. For basketball practices in the winter, a curtain if dropped to divide the space and allow multiple practices. For games, bleachers are pulled out to highlight the Clifford Basketball Court. With spectators in the bleachers and the track surrounding the court, games are even more exciting. In fall and spring, the space is used for general recreation, wellness activities, and can teams training in the event of poor weather.

Richardson Gymnasium

Before the construction of the Morrison Athletic Center, the Richardson Gymnasium was the primary indoor facility for basketball and indoor workouts. Along with the new construction, this facility received renovations to maintain it as a regualtion basketball surface in which both practices and competition can be held. All levels of the basketball program practice on this floor and it is the location for primarily middle school and 3rd level games.  In the spring, an indoor batting cage resides in this space as the baseball and softball teams enjoy this gym for batting and pitching practice.  As with the Rappaport Gym, fitness and wellness activities fit into the afternoon rotation of this facility. 

Squash Courts: 6 International w/ Viewing Platform

Six international-sized squash courts in the climate-controlled northern extension of the MAC provide a wonderful space for squash training, competing, and viewing. One of the courts allows viewing from two sides at floor level. The viewing platform extends above the courts to allow a great view of the competition.