University of Miami Athletics announced Sept. 4, 2026, that the home of Miami Volleyball has been renamed Freeman Indoor Stadium at the Knight Sports Complex in recognition of a philanthropic gift from Heath and Jane Freeman. The facility is located in Coral Gables, Fla., and has served as the home of Miami Volleyball since 2001.
The Freeman family made a significant investment in Miami Volleyball to enhance the program’s facilities and support the continued development of its student-athletes. Heath Freeman serves as executive chairman of the AVP, described in the announcement as the premier professional beach volleyball league in the world.
Freeman gift supports Miami Volleyball
Freeman said the gift reflects the growth of volleyball and the University of Miami’s women’s volleyball program.
“Volleyball is a sport on the rise across the United States, and the University of Miami and its women’s volleyball program are rising right alongside it,” Freeman said. “We are proud to support that momentum and the excitement it brings to the University of Miami as we have entered a new era for women in college athletics.”
Interim Co-Athletic Directors Brian Baptiste and Rachelle Paul said the gift will improve the spaces where Miami Volleyball student-athletes prepare, train and compete.
“Heath and Jane’s generous gift will make a meaningful difference for Miami Volleyball, enhancing the spaces where our student-athletes prepare, train and compete,” Interim Co-Athletic Directors Brian Baptiste and Rachelle Paul said. “Philanthropic support like this is increasingly essential to advancing our programs and creating the best possible experience for our student-athletes. We’re incredibly grateful for the Freeman family’s investment.”
Additional details about the formal dedication of Freeman Indoor Stadium will be announced later.
Source: Original report