Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) officially broke ground on its new Athletic Field House on Tuesday, February 3, marking a significant new construction project for student athletes joining the existing Hoover Field House, Naik Athletic Complex, and the Darius Slayton Performance Center. The Athletic Field House is a two-story brick facility totaling 13,642 square feet. With an investment of $4.1 million, the building intentionally brings together team spaces, training areas, and game-day operations in one centralized location while aligning with the architectural character of GAC’s campus.

The new field house was made possible through the $33M Light the Way Campaign, a multi-year capital campaign, and will be the new home for GAC Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Soccer, and Flag Football teams.

The Field House Groundbreaking Ceremony brought together school leadership, board members, campaign representatives, coaches, and GAC student-athletes. Remarks were delivered by GAC President, Dr. Scott Harsh, Vice President of Advancement, Dr. Katherine White, and Associate Director of Development, Tina Bullard, along with Vice Chairman of the GACS Board of Trustees, Dr. Todd Stewart ‘82, and Chairman of the Board, Gary Long ‘76. Coaches and student-athletes from several spring sports were also in attendance, representing those who will directly benefit from the new facility.

“Providing state-of-the-art facilities is important for our GAC athletes," Tim Hardy, Athletic Director, said. “We need this space to not only enhance the student-athlete experience, but also to provide crucial amenities for our spectators and improve overall game-day operations and experience for guests.”

The new Athletic Field House will include:

• Dedicated locker rooms for soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, and girls flag football teams
• A centralized meeting room, training room, and coaches’ offices in close proximity to athletic venues
• Enhanced facilities to support student-athletes and elevate game-day operations, including concessions
• New indoor batting and pitching cages
• A safe, indoor shelter for players and spectators during inclement weather

Construction on the Athletic Field House will begin immediately and is expected to be completed by January 2027, further advancing GAC’s commitment to providing exceptional facilities that support the development of the whole student through social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. 

This project is a direct result of the Light the Way Campaign, the school's largest campaign to date. These spaces were made possible through the generous support of our families, alumni, grandparents, and friends whose faithful giving continues to shape the GAC experience for today’s students and for generations to come. For nearly 60 years, Greater Atlanta Christian School has shone brightly as a beacon of faith and academic excellence in metro Atlanta. We are deeply grateful for the generations that have come before, who sacrificed and provided us with the GAC we enjoy today. We also recognize there is still more to accomplish for those students yet to come.

“You never know where a child will be impacted,” said Lindsey and Stanford Phillips ‘98, Light the Way Campaign Chairs and GAC parents. “Whether it’s through athletics, performing arts, or in the classroom, somewhere in these environments we’re creating and investing in, a child’s life will be changed.”

In addition to the Athletic Field House, the Light the Way Campaign will continue to expand and enhance GAC Athletics through future facility projects, including the construction of a 50-meter outdoor swimming pool and new tennis courts. Together, these initiatives reflect GAC’s long-term commitment to providing championship-level resources that support student-athlete development, community engagement, and excellence across all athletic programs.

The GAC varsity baseball team at the Groundbreaking Ceremony.