Fort Worth, TX – TCU Athletics has officially announced the naming of its cutting-edge restoration and wellness center as the Simpson Family Restoration and Wellness Center. This recognition comes as a tribute to a significant legacy gift from the Simpson family, underscoring their deep commitment to TCU and its student-athletes. The state-of-the-art, 10,000-square-foot facility is a testament to the generosity of the Simpson family, spearheaded by Bob R. Simpson, Chairman of TXO Partners and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the 2023 World Series Champion Texas Rangers, and Gary D. Simpson, co-founder of REVFIT Texas and executive at TXO Partners.
“We are profoundly grateful to the Simpson family for their extraordinary generosity,” expressed TCU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Jeremiah Donati. “The Simpson Family Restoration and Wellness Center will revolutionize the support we provide to our 515 student-athletes. This facility will equip them with the most advanced technology and innovative resources, enabling them to pursue their athletic aspirations, achieve their maximum potential both mentally and physically, and cultivate lifelong wellness habits. Our student-athletes are inspired by the unwavering investment and dedication of Bob, Gary, and Amy Aliz Simpson to their holistic well-being – body, mind, and spirit. They will proudly utilize a facility that bears the esteemed Simpson family name.”
The Simpson Family Restoration and Wellness Center is a cornerstone project within the $50 million donor-funded Human Performance Center Projects. Projected to open in July 2025, this facility will distinguish TCU as a national leader and only the third institution in the United States to feature a specialized Snow Room.
The Snow Room, accommodating 8 to 10 individuals, will offer sub-freezing temperatures and actual purple flurries, mirroring TCU’s school color, to enhance post-practice and workout recovery. This innovative feature underscores the commitment of the Simpson family to providing cutting-edge resources for TCU athletes.
Bob R. Simpson emphasized the family’s long-standing connection to Fort Worth: “Our family’s Fort Worth roots span over five decades. We’ve built businesses, created jobs, and revitalized landmarks here. We cherish our city ties. Today, we are honored to deepen our relationship with TCU, ‘the University of Fort Worth’. The Simpson family is committed to investing in the future of TCU’s student body and its elite athletic programs through the Simpson Family Restoration and Wellness Center – a significant advancement in collegiate sports technology.”
The Simpson Family Restoration and Wellness Center is designed to offer a spa-like environment, incorporating a nutrition station, cryo lounge, hydro massage pods, sauna, red light therapy, communal and private recovery zones, and a hydrotherapy pool.
The cryo lounge will feature targeted heat and cold therapy within advanced recovery chairs, delivering cold to alleviate soreness and minor pain, while applying heat to other body areas for optimal comfort. Hydro massage will utilize heated water waves for muscle recovery and wellness, offering personalized and relaxing treatments. Red light therapy is included for its potential benefits to sleep, skin health, fitness, mental sharpness, and overall well-being, reflecting the Simpson family’s dedication to comprehensive athlete care.
Gary D. Simpson highlighted the alignment of the facility with their family’s broader mission: “Our commitment to the physical and mental health of TCU student-athletes is in perfect harmony with our family’s mission through our REVFIT fitness studios. A healthy mind, strong body, and energized spirit are crucial for a fulfilling life and achieving success. This legacy gift supports the development of TCU’s student-athletes across all 22 sports, nurturing their full potential. We commend TCU leadership for their bold vision in building a brighter future.”
Furthermore, the Simpson family’s gift will permanently endow the position of Assistant Athletics Director for Football Human Performance, currently held by Kaz Kazadi, demonstrating their wide-reaching impact on TCU Athletics.
Amy Aliz Simpson, co-founder of REVFIT Texas, added, “We deeply value our student-athletes and their relentless dedication to TCU. They are exceptional individuals who deserve a sanctuary for recovery and rejuvenation. The Restoration and Wellness Center will provide them with not only a place to revitalize but also a space where they feel their bodies, minds, and spirits are nurtured in their ‘home away from home.'” The Simpson family envisions this center as a crucial element in the student-athlete experience.
The facility will also incorporate artistic tributes to legendary TCU Football Coach Dutch Meyer, renowned for leading the Horned Frogs to national championships in 1935 and 1938 and for his iconic motto, “Fight ’em till hell freezes over, then fight ’em on the ice.”
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