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University of Calgary Athletics

Visiting Team Guide

Welcome to the University of Calgary!

Host Hotel

Four Points Sheraton Calgary West
8220 Bowridge Crescent NW
Calgary, AB T3B 2V1

The Four Points By Sheraton Calgary West is located opposite WinSport Canada, minutes to the University of Calgary. We provide an in-town resort atmosphere, where guests have the advantage of being within minutes of the countryside and Rocky Mountains, while at the same time enjoying all the attractions the downtown core has to offer. Our facilities include our brand new Sheraton Four Comfort beds, Adrianna’s European Hair Salon, Peel Salon and Spa, whirl pool, indoor pool, waterslide, fitness centre, 24hr Gift Shop and Avenue 16 – Kitchen and Bar.

The Four Points By Sheraton Calgary West also offers guests the option to book with their sister hotel(s) by the University of Calgary – the Best Western PLUS Village Park Inn and Aloft Calgary University.

Aloft Calgary University
2359 Banff Trail NW
Calgary, AB T2M 4L2

Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
1804 Crowchild Trail NW
Calgary, AB T2M 3Y7

Contact: Sara Bibi Colbourne
Phone: (403) 202-4405
Reservations: 1-877-288-4441
Fax: (403) 288-4442
Email: dosm@fourpoints-calgary.ca


Vehicle Rental

Dinos Athletics preferred vehicle provider is Enterprise Rent-a-Car.

Enterprise Rent-a-Car
2000 Airport Rd NE
Calgary, AB T2E 6W5

 

Tickets

Single game tickets to Basketball, Football, Hockey, Soccer, and Volleyball can be purchased at GoDinos.com/Tickets. Tickets can also be purchased anytime using the ShowPass App or at the venue box office one hour prior to the event start time.

Admission is not charged for other Dinos Athletics regular season events.

Click here for ticket pricing and group ticket information.

Competition Venue: Jack Simpson Gym

Address: 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
Directions: 

Maps:


Parking at UCalgary

There is no free or complimentary parking on the University of Calgary Campus. Hourly lots are available for short term parking needs at a variety of locations on campus. These lots have both an hourly and daily rate available. Parking fees are in effect at all times.

Please note that the pay machines do not accept bills, debit cards.

The easiest way to access the Jack Simpson Gym is to approach the University from the north side via 32 Ave NW, turning south onto Collegiate Blvd. From there, turn right to park in Lot 10, or turn left to park in Lot 11 (both have daily flat rates). It is a short walk to enter the building via the Olympic Oval north entrance. Walk down the path toward the giant red sculpture. 

For any special parking arrangements, contact Parking Services.

Click here for a map for UCalgary parking.


Game Day Practices

Visiting teams will be provided with one hour of exclusive gym time on each day of competition. Whenever possible, these practices will be held in the Jack Simpson Gym. However, due to scheduling conflicts and weekends with multiple events, practices may be held in the Red or Gold Gyms in the Kinesiology Building Block A. 

Visiting team head coaches will be sent an email confirmation for their practice times.

Basketball
FRIDAYS SATURDAYS
Visiting Women – 9 - 10 a.m. Visiting Women – 8 - 9 a.m.
Dinos Women – 10 - 11 a.m. Dinos Women – 9 - 10 a.m.
Visiting Men – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Visiting Men – 10 - 11 a.m.
Dinos Men – 12 - 1 p.m. Dinos Men – 12 - 1 p.m.

 Volleyball  
FRIDAYS SATURDAYS
Visiting Women – 9 - 10 a.m. Visiting Men – 9 - 10 a.m.
Visiting Men – 10 - 11 a.m. Dinos Men – 10 - 11 a.m.
Dinos Men – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Visiting Women – 12 - 1 p.m.
Dinos Women – 12 - 1 p.m. Dinos Women – 12 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Locker Rooms

Visiting team rooms (KNB 70 and 150) are made available at all basketball and volleyball events. Your room will be made available one hour prior to game time by Dinos event staff.

Although an events staff member will lock the door, the rooms will NOT be monitored. It is recommended that any valuables or personal items be brought to the bench. Dinos Athletics is not responsible for belongings left in the room.


Showers & Laundry Services

Shower facilities are available in the general men’s and women’s locker rooms in the Kinesiology Building Block A across from the Client Services Desk. Towels are also available at the Client Services Desk. An athlete or coach can sign out a bag of towels. All towels must be returned to the Client Services desk. Visiting teams will be charged $5 for each towel that is not returned.


Promotional Timeouts

Please be aware that Dinos Athletics often utilizes promotional timeouts per Canada West regulations at home events. These timeouts are used for a variety of contests and promotions on the court and in the stands.  

Competition Venue: McMahon Stadium

Address: 1817 Crowchild Tr. NW, Calgary, AB T2M 4R6
Directions: 


Parking

Free parking is available at McMahon Stadium (East side access by Crowchild Trail). Stadium paid parking available on game days.


Locker Rooms

Visiting locker rooms are managed by the McMahon Stadium facility staff. Keys are provided for visiting teams. Access to locker rooms is from the Southwest entrance to McMahon Stadium.   


Promotional Timeouts (Football)

Please be aware that Dinos Athletics often utilizes promotional timeouts per Canada West regulations at home events. These timeouts are used for a variety of contests and promotions on the field and sideline.

Competition Venue: Father David Bauer Arena

Address: 2424 University Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3Y9
Directions: 


Parking

Free parking is available at Father David Bauer Arena for most Dinos home games. Conflicts with parking will arise during Calgary Stampeders home events.

Paid parking is available at the Northeast facing entrance, and at the Norma Bush Arena, located adjacent to Father David Bauer Arena.


Locker Rooms

Visiting locker rooms are accessible from the West entrance to Father David Bauer Arena. These rooms are managed by City of Calgary Recreation staff, who will provide keys for visiting teams.

Competition Venue: Hawkings Field

Address: 188 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4V8 (Immediately west of Olympic Oval)
Directions: 

Maps:


Parking at UCalgary

There is no free or complimentary parking on the University of Calgary Campus. Hourly lots are available for short term parking needs at a variety of locations on campus. These lots have both an hourly and daily rate available. Parking fees are in effect at all times.

Please note that the pay machines do not accept bills, debit cards.

The easiest way to access Hawkings Field is to approach the University from the north side via 32 Ave NW, turning south onto Collegiate Blvd. From there, turn right to park in Lot 10, or turn left to park in Lot 11 (both have daily flat rates).

For any special parking arrangements, contact Parking Services.

Click here for a map for UCalgary parking.


Locker Rooms

There are no team or locker rooms available at this facility. Teams should come prepared. 

Competition Venue: UCalgary Field 7

Address: 188 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4V8 (Immediately west of Olympic Oval)
Directions: 

Maps:


Parking at UCalgary

There is no free or complimentary parking on the University of Calgary Campus. Hourly lots are available for short term parking needs at a variety of locations on campus. These lots have both an hourly and daily rate available. Parking fees are in effect at all times.

Please note that the pay machines do not accept bills, debit cards.

The easiest way to access Field 7 is to approach the University from the north side via 32 Ave NW, turning south onto Collegiate Blvd. From there, turn right to park in Lot 10, or turn left to park in Lot 11 (both have daily flat rates).

For any special parking arrangements, contact Parking Services.

Click here for a map for UCalgary parking.


Locker Rooms

There are no team or locker rooms available at this facility. Teams should come prepared. 

Competition Venue: UCalgary Aquatic Centre

Address: 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
Directions: 

Maps:


Parking at UCalgary

There is no free or complimentary parking on the University of Calgary Campus. Hourly lots are available for short term parking needs at a variety of locations on campus. These lots have both an hourly and daily rate available. Parking fees are in effect at all times.

Please note that the pay machines do not accept bills, debit cards.

The easiest way to access the Aquatic Centre is to approach the University from the north side via 32 Ave NW, turning south onto Collegiate Blvd. From there, turn right to park in Lot 10, or turn left to park in Lot 11 (both have daily flat rates). It is a short walk to enter the building via the Olympic Oval north entrance. Walk down the path toward the giant red sculpture. Reference the Kinesiology Building Main Floor Map for directions to the Aquatic Centre.

For any special parking arrangements, contact Parking Services.

Click here for a map for UCalgary parking.


Locker Rooms

The pool is accessed via the change rooms located across from Client Services Desk in the Kinesiology Building Block A. Day-use lockers are available for 25¢.