Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex

Overview

Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex (SHAC), located in Vestavia Hills, AL, is a multi-field artificial-turf soccer facility constructed in 2010. Five fields with high-quality synthetic surfaces. Home venue of Vestavia Hills Soccer Club and hoover-vestavia-soccer. Used for training and competition across recreational, academy, and competitive tiers.

Ownership & Operations

Operated by Vestavia Hills Soccer Club (501(c)(3)). Ownership structure (club-owned vs municipally-owned with long-term lease) TBD.

Specifications

• Fields: 5 (artificial turf)
• Year built: 2010
• Indoor/outdoor: outdoor

Tenant Clubs

• Vestavia Hills Soccer Club (primary)
• hoover-vestavia-soccer (elite competitive programs)

Economics

Construction cost, rental rates, operating cost TBD.

Condition & Lifecycle

Built 2010 — at 15+ years, fields likely nearing or past first turf replacement cycle ($500K-1M per field).

Investment Thesis

Key facility for any Birmingham-metro acquisition involving VHSC or HVS.

Open Questions

• Ownership — club-owned asset on books, or municipal lease?
• Turf replacement status and reserve fund
• Annual revenue and utilization rate