PHOTOS: Sparks announce new $150 million practice facility in El Segundo scheduled to open in 2027

LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Sparks are going to have their own home to practice soon. They will finally get their own training and practice facility. 

Here's their press release announcing this:

"The three-time WNBA Champion Los Angeles Sparks today announced plans to build a world-class training and practice facility in El Segundo scheduled to open in 2027. Purpose-built in partnership with global architecture and design firm Gensler, the 55,000-square-foot facility embodies the Sparks’ commitment to innovation, performance, and the holistic well-being of its players. At $150 million, it represents the largest investment to date in the history of women’s sports for a single team. 

Transwestern’s Sports & Entertainment Group advised on the land acquisition and is serving as development manager and owner representative for the project. 

Designed to capture the spirit of Los Angeles and the vibrancy of the Sparks, the facility features sweeping architectural curves inspired by the grace of the game and abundant natural light from expansive windows and retractable doors. Situated in the heart of El Segundo, the new facility reinforces the Sparks’ role as a cornerstone of LA’s professional sports landscape."

The press release included key features of this new training facility:

• WNBA’s first-ever indoor-outdoor player sanctuary, featuring: 
  • Outdoor spa pool for recovery and pre-hab/rehab 
  • Dedicated nap rooms 
  • Flexible wellness spaces for yoga, meditation, and quiet reflection 
  • Hydrotherapy & Spa Suites 
  • Two WNBA regulation basketball courts 
  • Circular locker room designed to foster team unity 
  • State-of-the-art weight room and training spaces bathed in daylight to support energy and recovery 
  • Extensive use of natural light and fully retractable doors that bring the outdoors in 
  • Panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby mountains

Besides being in a prime location in Los Angeles, the Sparks are aiming to be a prime destination for players to consider with this new training facility. 

This was said to be the largest investment in the history of women’s sports for a single team.

"We’re building a place where Sparks players can be at their best on and off the court,” said Eric Holoman, Managing Partner and Governor of the Los Angeles Sparks. "From cutting-edge training and recovery spaces to family and community areas, every corner of this facility was designed with them at the center. It reflects our commitment to our team, our fans, and the city of Los Angeles, and sets a new standard for what a professional sports organization can provide for its athletes." 

“El Segundo is well known for its dynamic and diverse economy, and we’re thrilled that the WNBA’s marquee franchise, the LA Sparks, is building their new state-of-the-art headquarters and training facility here,” shared El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel. "This facility will set a new standard in the league, reflecting the Sparks’ commitment to excellence on and off the court and reinforcing El Segundo’s status as a premier destination for professional sports.” 

If anything, it's about time. They had to catch up to franchises like the Aces and the Storm in terms of having their own practice facility. 

As mentioned, the new practice facility is scheduled to open in 2027.