After a tornado destroyed much of the School's athletic facilities in 2019, St. Mark's set forth to not only rebuild but also strengthen its athletic programs. The result is the Zierk Athletic Center, a 77,000-square foot facility that will support boys for generations to come.
A state-of-the-art competition gymnasium housing Tom Adams Court serves as the home for the Lions, carrying forward the legacy of the Hicks Athletic Center. The 900-seat venue also provides multiuse space for large gatherings and community events, in addition to supporting 24, 2 5 THE PRIDE MAGAZINE | SPRING 2025 physical education programs for Marksmen across all three divisions of the School.
A modern natatorium features a 30-meter by 25-yard swimming pool, significantly strengthening aquatics programs at St. Mark’s. The collegiate-level pool enables the Lions to host local, regional, and national competitions for both swimming and water polo, with large second-floor spectator seating for 175, carrying forward a longstanding history of excellence.
At the northeastern edge of the campus and immediately adjacent to the new indoor facility, the Albert G. Hill, Sr. Family Tennis Center is home to six high-performance courts, enabling the Lions to continue their legacy of success. Spectators can watch matches under the shade of the Gupta Family Pavilion with seating for 125.
Hunt Stadium is the school’s main outdoor athletic field for varsity competition including football, soccer, lacrosse, and track and field. A lighted, all-weather field turf stadium is surrounded by a eight-lane Tartan competition all-weather track.
Spencer Gym was completely renovated in October 2019 to become a competition-level gymnasium and currently serves as the primary space for all indoor sports.
Michel L. Mullen Family Fitness Center houses weight training, cardiovascular and other fitness facilities to support athletic teams and physical education programs. Locker rooms, trainer’s facilities, equipment distribution, coaches’ offices, fitness lab, and a film room highlight this state-of-the-art building.
Arthur P. Ruff Field serves as the varsity baseball facility. Located adjacent to the Lower School, Ruff Field is often host to SPC Championships as one of the finest baseball facilities in the Conference.
The Roby Mize Training Room features state-of-the-art equipment to keep St. Mark’s athletes safe & healthy.