"Don't look back. Something might be gaining on you."
Satchel Paige
"Don't look back. Something might be gaining on you."
Satchel Paige
Local sprint star Sam Effah shows his support for a Calgary multisport fieldhouse. Read more about Sam here.
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A world-class facility for a world-class city...
The Calgary Multisport Fieldhouse Society (CMFS) was incorporated in April 2008 with a very clear mission:
To build and operate a world-class, multisport fieldhouse in Calgary
They also had a compelling vision — the creation of:
WHY?
Because Calgary and Calgarians need a multisport fieldhouse and because such a facility offers a wealth of benefits.
Calgary's population is growing rapidly and we are active people. During our interminable winters, we still want to run, keep fit, play volleyball, basketball, soccer and dozens of other sports.
Potential users for a fully accessible multisport facility include thousands of:
A multisport fieldhouse would benefit users involved in a multitude of sports — both competitive and recreational — and have a positive impact on the health of our citizens. It would also provide a needed boost to the city's economy.
For example, a venue capable of hosting provincial, national and international competitions in a wide variety of sports would bring in, by conservative estimate, an annual tourist income to the City of about $9 million.
Millions more could be realized by hosting trade shows and conventions in the facility.SO WHAT'S THE PLAN?
