IU Basketball coach Tom Crean speaks at the grand opening of the Twin Lakes Recreation Center on 8/29/09.
Year-Round
Twin Lakes Recreation Center (1700 W. Bloomfield Road): The Twin Lakes Recreation Center houses five hardwood-maple basketball courts, a synthetic grass indoor soccer field, a giant weightroom with cardio and strength machines and a 1/5 mile running track.
IU Outdoor Adventures (IU Memorial Union): Offers a wide variety of outdoor experiences such as backpacking, rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, skydiving and caving. There's something for everyone!
Memorial Stadium: The stadium, open since 1960, is the home of the IU football team. The seating capacity is 52,354 and the football support complex also features a full weight room facility and training room below the stands.
Assembly Hall: The main arena for the Hoosiers seats can seat nearly 20,000 for special events. Be sure to explore the trophy cases in the lobbies, the Athletic Hall of Fame, and the Olympic and NCAA banners in the arena.
Hoosier Heights Indoor Climbing Facility (5100 S. Rogers): Check out Hoosier Heights for the ultimate indoor climbing experience for all types of climbers. With over 12,000 sq. feet of climbing terrain, there's an option for everyone!
Spring/Summer
Bloomington Speedway (5185 S. Fairfax Road): Established in 1923, the Bloomington Speedway is a 1/4 mile semi-high banked red clay oval track featuring sprint cars, UMP Modifieds, and UMP Indiana Super Stocks every Friday night from April through September.
IU Tennis Center (1833 N. Fee Lane): The IU Tennis Center offers eight indoor tennis courts, lessons and clinics for all ages and skill levels, fitness equipment, racquet stringing and pro shop merchandise.
IU Outdoor Pool (17th Street and Fee Lane): The IU Outdoor Pool features an instructional pool for small children, a 10-lane, 50-meter lap pool and complete diving facility.
IU Golf Course (SR 46 Bypass and 17th Street): The IU Golf Course features a beautiful and challenging 18-hole championship course, a nine hole executive course and a lighted driving range.
Fall/Winter
Frank Southern Ice Arena (1965 S. Henderson): This indoor ice skating facility offers public skating sessions and skate rentals.
These Restaurants are a Slam Dunk for Any Sports Fan:
Yogi’s Grill and Bar (519 E. 10th Street): Yogi’s features 32 HDTVs with 3 satellite dishes so they broadcast any game, anytime. Entertainment includes: Foosball, Golden Tee Golf, and touch screen “Megatouch” games.
Nick’s English Hut (423 E. Kirkwood): A tribute to IU's sports legacy, Nick's has been a Bloomington staple for nearly a century. Named one of the top 10 college sports bars, Nick's also offers a special sports menu.
Scotty’s Brewhouse (302 N. Walnut): Scotty's caters to every sports fan with large televisions throughout the restaurant and even mini televisions at some tables as you enjoy their diverse selection of American food.
Opie Taylor's (110 N. Walnut): Try Opie Taylor's Wrigley Dog, which delivers a unique twist on the Chicago-style hot dog, while watching a game on one of their eight televisions.
Buffa Louie's (114 S. Indiana): Eat at one of the favorite wing restaurants of IU sports superstars. Buffa Louie's boasts customers such as Basketball Coach Mike Davis, Football Coach Gerry di Nardo, Assistant Football Coach Anthony Thompson, and even Bobby Knight himself.
