Aug 14, 2024 - Sports
Construction starts on massive racquet sports facility in Brier Creek
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Rendering: Courtesy of Swing Racquet + Paddle
Construction has started in Raleigh's Brier Creek area on one of the country's largest racquet sports complexes.
Why it matters: Swing Racquet + Paddle, founded by local entrepreneurs Rob Autry and Jason DeGroff, is investing more than $100 million into the facility and hopes to attract one million visitors a year.
- The city of Raleigh has also pledged $10 million in financial assistance for the facility, which is being built on city-owned land at 6121 Mt. Herman Road.
Driving the news: The 44-acre facility is expected to open in 2026.
- In addition to courts, the facility will have a restaurant, bars, a research center from Wilson and retail shops.
- Sweden-based Good to Great Tennis Academy will also set up a location at Swing.
Zoom in: The complex has been in the works since 2018, and its scope has changed over the years.
The final plans for the 44-acre facility include:
- 28 tennis courts
- 25 pickleball courts
- 15 padel courts
- Beach tennis and volleyball courts
- A ping-pong lounge
- A nature trail
By the numbers: Swing will pay $275,000 in annual rent to the city, with a 3% increase every year.
- If paid out over 50 years — the terms of the lease — the city would reap $20 million.
