David X. Marks Tennis Stadium Explained

Stadium Name:David X. Marks Tennis Stadium
Location:1075 Childs Way
Los Angeles
Coordinates:34.021°N -118.286°W
Opened:1971
Owner:University of Southern California
Operator:University of Southern California
Tenants:USC Trojans (NCAA)
(1971–present)
Seating Capacity:1,000

The David X. Marks Tennis Stadium is a tennis facility located on the campus of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.[1] The facility, built in 1971, serves as the home of the USC Trojans men's and women's tennis teams.[2] The facility provides six outdoor tennis courts and has a seating capacity of 1,000.[1] [3] The stadium is named for David X. Marks, a World War I pilot.[2]

Renovations

In 2015, The Buntmann Family Tennis Center was added and includes a new entrance and lobby.[1] The renovation included suites with lockers, showers, team meeting rooms and lounges.[4] The renovation also included a new training room, storage area and large multi-purpose room.[4] In 2005, a new LED scoreboard was installed.[1] In 2002, 700 chair-back seats were added replacing bleacher seating.[5]

Events

The 1974 men’s NCAA Tennis Tournament was held at the stadium.[2] [5]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Marks Tennis Stadium. usctrojans.com. 2018-10-18.
  2. Book: Epting. Charles. University Park, Los Angeles. 2 July 2013. A Brief History. October 18, 2018. Arcadia Publishing. Mt. Pleasant, SC. 978-1625840288.
  3. Web site: The Top 20 College Tennis Facilities. tennis.com. 2018-10-18.
  4. Web site: USC David X. Marks Tennis Stadium Renovation. morleybuilders.com. 2018-10-18.
  5. Web site: David X. Marks Tennis Stadium. collegetennisonline.com. 2018-10-18.