There's a common belief in the sports world that defense wins championships. With interest and participation in college athletics at an all-time high, schools from across the country are pouring more resources into their athletic programs than ever before. Auburn, which fields 18 varsity teams, is jumping headfirst into the funding fray.
Facilities are an important part of competing for championships.
To compete for championships, you have to have quality facilities. There's no way around that. Ostensibly, capital improvements are done to enhance the environment surrounding the competition itself. All teams need practice areas bathrooms, equipment and a featured area equipped to handle official games. But most sports don't make money, failing to generate enough revenue to offset costs.