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New Era of College Athletics Poses Challenges for Iowa State, Which Faces Potential $147M Budget Gap
STORY COUNTY, IOWA, JUL 25 – Major renovation projects are delayed and cost reductions mandated across all sports to address a $147 million deficit through 2031, averaging $24.5 million annually.
- Iowa State University Athletics announced indefinite halts to the $25 million Hilton Coliseum renovation and $20 million wrestling facility construction due to financial pressures.
- These delays address an anticipated shortfall totaling $147 million through 2031, driven by rising ongoing expenses and decreased income linked to Big 12 changes and NCAA settlement-related financial adjustments.
- The athletics department is implementing budget cuts across all sports, will raise ticket costs by passing sales tax charges onto buyers, and plans to increase Cyclone Club membership donation requirements by 20%.
- Athletic Director Jamie Pollard stated, "We have to find new revenue sources" and "figure out ways to contain expenses," while fans will see higher costs at events this year.
- These actions aim to create sustainable solutions to manage a recurring $30 million annual financial impact and maintain program viability amid ongoing revenue shortfalls.
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