Charles A. Cannon Athletic Complex

All practices, some dryland work and all meets are held in the Charles A. Cannon Complex Natatorium on the Campus of Wingate University. This facility was built in 1986 and houses a six-lane, 25-yard competition style pool that is shared with the general University population as well as the community through memberships. Deckside seating allows about 75 spectators to watch the Bulldog swimmers in action. A spacious patio area adjoins the pool area and allows recreational swimmers sunbathing opportunities or a place to sit and visit pool side. Other dryland work is done at the new athletic weight room at the Belk Stadium Field House on campus. The natatorium also houses the office of aquatics director and head swim coach, Kirk Sanocki.

In August, 1999, the natatorium underwent a little facelift. The interior of the pool was completely refurbished, a new state of the art filtration system was installed, improvements were made to both the men's and women's locker rooms (a work in progress) and "artwork" was added to the walls of the natatorium by talented "hobby" artist and Wingate University graduate, Missy Rickards. A fine arts (graphic design) major from Salisbury, Md., Rickards also played designated hitter for the 1999 SAC champion Wingate University softball team. Rickards completed the original work during the summer of 1999. We appreciate her creativity and fantastic work!

The Bulldogs practice and compete in the six-lane, 25-yard Cannon Athletic Complex Natatorium. The swimming facility is utilized for athletic events, lesson, classes and recreation. The natatorium also houses the office of aquatics director and head women's swimming coach Kirk Sanocki.