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Ultimate Soccer Arena

In addition to competing at the OU Soccer Field, both the Golden Grizzlies men's and women's programs play selected contests at the Ultimate Soccer Arenas in Pontiac. OU also trains at the state-of-the-art facility. Ultimate Soccer Arenas includes fields that are "state of the art" Astro-Turf GameDay grass XPE with built-in TurfAide, in-laid striping and the latest in infill to the envy of any sport.

Amenities include: restaurant, pro shop, state-of-the-art Sports Performance & Training Center, team party rooms, coaches room, referees room, locker rooms, multiple restroom facilities, HD TV & wireless access, European coffee shop, plenty of seating throughout and a second floor mezzanine viewing deck for all fields. The entire facility has been built to the finest standards and energy efficiency with R-30 insulation rating in all areas. Air conditioning, heat and indirect lighting are designed for the highest quality of play.

There are two full size 11 v 11 fields (110 yds x 75 yds) and one full size 8 v 8 field (85 yds x 47 yds). The 8 v 8 field can be played as two 6 v 6 fields or a large lacrosse field. The two 11 v 11 fields can also be played as four 8 v 8 fields (75 yds x 50 yds) or eight 6 v 6 fields. All configurations meet or exceed FIFA requirements for indoor or outdoor play.

OU also trains at the state-of-the-art facility.

The Golden Grizzlies men's team played three contests at the Ultimate Soccer Arena in the 2008 season, posting a 3-0 record, while the women's team will play their first games inside the Ultimate Soccer Arena during the 2009 season.