Atrium Health Navicent and Houston Healthcare are partnering with the Central Georgia Technical College Foundation and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) by providing combined gifts of $1.2 million in support of a new health and wellness facility at CGTC’s campus in Warner Robins. Atrium Health Field housed at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex will host a variety of sports and student activities.  

“Houston Healthcare is excited to support this wellness facility that will afford recreational opportunities and health benefits to everyone at Central Georgia Technical College,” says Charles Briscoe, president and CEO of Houston Healthcare. “Investing in CGTC facilities that will attract new students and aid local workforce development is an investment in the future of local healthcare.”

“Atrium Health Navicent’s mission is to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing for all, and we’re proud to partner with Central Georgia Technical College to promote health through support of the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex and Atrium Health Field,” said Atrium Health Navicent President Delvecchio Finley. “Whether it’s providing a place for a football game or a wellness event, this field will have a lasting effect on community health by encouraging students, school staff, and others to live an active, healthy lifestyle.”

The facility will not only enhance the campus but will provide a much-needed mechanism to foster the health of students, staff, partners, and neighbors. CGTC’s second season of club football will be played at the complex this fall, and there are additional plans to add club soccer in 2024 along with other wellness activities in the future. The facility will also feature an all-weather track.  

“While remaining focused on academic and workforce excellence, we recognize that the health and wellbeing of our students, faculty, and staff is critical,” said Dr. Ivan H. Allen, president of CGTC. “We are honored to continue our longstanding relationship with Atrium Health Navicent and Houston Healthcare, and we are grateful that our efforts to serve our students and our community are a priority for our partners.” 

A groundbreaking will be held on June 20 at 2 pm. Plans for a pre-game dedication ceremony for the facility are underway for mid-September in conjunction with a home CGTC club football game. Media are invited to attend and press packages will be available.