The 55,000-Square-Foot El Segundo Complex Is Designed Exclusively for WNBA Athletes.
The Los Angeles Sparks unveiled plans Thursday for a state-of-the-art training and practice facility in El Segundo, a project set to open in 2027 that will mark the largest single-team investment in women’s sports history at $150 million.
The three-time WNBA champions partnered with global design and architecture firm Gensler to create a 55,000-square-foot complex built specifically for elite women athletes. The facility will serve as the Sparks’ year-round headquarters, combining advanced performance amenities with spaces dedicated to wellness, family, and community engagement.
Located in the heart of El Segundo, the facility will feature sweeping architectural curves and abundant natural light, with retractable doors that open to panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby mountains. Transwestern’s Sports & Entertainment Group advised on the land acquisition and will oversee development management for the project.
“El Segundo is well known for its dynamic and diverse economy, and we’re thrilled that the WNBA’s marquee franchise, the LA Sparks, is building their new state-of-the-art headquarters and training facility here,” shared El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel. “This facility will set a new standard in the league, reflecting the Sparks’ commitment to excellence on and off the court and reinforcing El Segundo’s status as a premier destination for professional sports.”
The Sparks’ new training center will include the WNBA’s first indoor-outdoor player sanctuary, emphasizing athlete recovery and holistic well-being. Among the planned highlights:
Outdoor spa pool for rehabilitation and recovery
Hydrotherapy and spa suites
Dedicated nap rooms and wellness areas for yoga and meditation
Two regulation-size WNBA basketball courts
Circular locker room designed to foster team unity
Daylight-filled weight room and training areas to boost energy and recovery
The design also integrates natural elements throughout, with retractable walls that blend indoor and outdoor spaces, symbolizing connection and openness.
“We’re building a place where Sparks players can be at their best on and off the court,” said Eric Holoman, Managing Partner and Governor of the Los Angeles Sparks. “From cutting-edge training and recovery spaces to family and community areas, every corner of this facility was designed with them at the center. It reflects our commitment to our team, our fans, and the city of Los Angeles, and sets a new standard for what a professional sports organization can provide for its athletes.”
The interior, designed by Studio Blitz, a women-run commercial design firm, will house both the Sparks’ athletic facilities and business operations. The firm’s focus on community-driven spaces reflects the organization’s mission to invest deeply in its players and elevate women’s sports as a whole.