PCA Opens New Weight Room with Community Ribbon Cutting

Prattville Christian Academy continues to celebrate its milestone 25th anniversary school year by unveiling the campus’ newest facility, a weight room for Panther student-athletes. The 40’ x 80’ climate-controlled building is the new home for PCA’s approximately 240 student-athletes in grades 7-12 to condition year-round. The new building also allows the “dome” – PCA’s original weight room – to be used as a flexible space for various groups. The covered and enclosed dome is a much-needed area for lower school PE classes and recess times on cold or rainy school days. 

“This new weight room has been in discussion and dreams for over five years,” commented Tara Osborne, PCA’s athletic director. “I can’t wait to see our current and future student-athletes getting stronger physically, mentally, and spiritually in this facility. I’m so thankful to all of those who gave not only financially but their time and talents and those who participated in fundraisers to make this dream finally come true.”

The capital project was truly a grassroots effort by so many people as evidenced by the donor wall hanging in the space as an appreciation for the time, material, talents, and money given to benefit current and future students. This facility would not exist without the dozens of parents, community members, contractors, coaches, and PCA’s Booster Club who were dedicated to finishing the multi-year project. Championing this dream after multiple setbacks, including COVID and the subsequent materials shortage, was no small feat. Kenny Gunn, active parent and Booster Club board member, was instrumental in pushing the project across the finish line. He was presented a special token of the school’s appreciation during the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon cutting ceremony earlier this month. 

“Thank you for showing your support of this new building,” said Katie Furr, PCA’s head of school. “We are so grateful to our PCA families and community members who do so much for our school.”