Bowmanville Indoor Soccer/Lacrosse Bowl

This indoor sporting facility is designed without column obstructions on the walls, offering an open, versatile space ideal for various indoor sports. The project was completed on a tight schedule and budget, with a focus on low maintenance and long-term durability. The soccer ball motif is creatively incorporated into the concrete wall surfaces, playfully “bouncing” along the building’s elevations, making a bold statement along Ontario’s major highway.

Inside, the facility features a 180 ft by 100 ft artificial turf playing field. Along with a viewing area, community meeting room, field-level seating for spectators, and office space. The design strikes a balance between functionality and community engagement, providing spaces for both sports and local gatherings.

Located in Bowmanville, Ontario, and completed in 2004, the project won the 2005 Ontario Concrete Award for Specialty Concrete Products. The general contractor was M.J. Dixon Construction, with Barry Bryan Associates handling both the architectural and structural design. The Municipality of Clarington was the developer and owner.

The building covers 27,372 sq ft and uses 41 panels. The heaviest, weighing 89,800 lbs and the tallest standing 36 feet, 2 inches. The panels include both insulated and non-insulated sections, totaling 25,767 sq. ft.

Winner

2005 Ontario Concrete Awards – Specialty Concrete Products Award