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Bucknell University Kinney Natatorium – A Premier Collegiate Aquatic Facility

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Designed for Championship-Level Competition & Recreation

The Kinney Natatorium at Bucknell University is a world-class competition and training facility designed by EwingCole (Architects of Record) and Wallover Architects Incorporated to accommodate collegiate and national-level swimming, diving, and water polo events. As a key component of the university’s Athletic and Recreation Center, this Olympic-size pool serves student-athletes, recreational users, and competitive swimmers alike.

With state-of-the-art aquatic features, advanced competition accessories, and a versatile pool configuration, Kinney Natatorium has become a premier venue for record-breaking performances and elite training.

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Key Features of the Bucknell University Pool

  • 53-Meter, 8-Lane Olympic-Size Pool – Engineered for collegiate and national-level swimming competitions.
  • Dual Moveable Bulkheads – Creates flexible course configurations for training, meets, and multiple simultaneous events.
  • Competitive Diving Facilities – Designed for elite-level diving events and training.
  • Multi-Sport Functionality – Accommodates men’s and women’s swimming, diving, and water polo.
  • Advanced Filtration & Water Quality Systems – Ensures optimal clarity and sustainability.
  • Recreational & Fitness Programming – Expands aquatic offerings for students and the university community.
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A Championship-Ready Aquatic Facility

During the 2003 Patriot League Championships, Kinney Natatorium proved to be a high-performance venue, with 20 meet records, 16 league records, and 36 pool records broken—a testament to the elite-level design and functionality of the facility.

As part of the Athletic and Recreation Center, the natatorium was developed in collaboration with EwingCole of Philadelphia, with Wallover Architects Incorporated leading the aquatic design and engineering.

Expertise in Collegiate & Competition Aquatic Design

At Wallover Architects, we specialize in designing cutting-edge competition pools that meet the demands of elite swimming, diving, and water polo programs. The Bucknell University Kinney Natatorium showcases our expertise in creating versatile, high-performance aquatic environments that support record-breaking achievements and long-term athletic development.

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Let’s create something exceptional together.

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