The Costello Sports Complex on the USM Gorham campus has made the shift from summer hours to the academic year, open Sunday through Saturday from September to May. It is used primarily by USM students (90%), faculty and staff (5%), and the community (5%) is invited to use it as well. The complex not only provides a multi-lane track but also four courts that can be used for basketball, volleyball, badminton, etc. The fitness center is now equipped with all new equipment as of 2023, enhancing use for all ages.

“It would be wonderful to get the community involved at USM,” said Kevin Normand, USM’s assistant director for wellness and fitness. In addition to offering memberships for the general public, he is also hiring more volunteers to help work the front desk and lobby area. Volunteers greet students and build relationships within the USM community and the Town of Gorham community.

Normand said, “A few years ago we had three or four volunteers who would open the gym which was great for USM and also the community. We have one volunteer now who is a veteran and does an amazing job cleaning the equipment and chatting with our students.”

Costello Sports Complex volunteers get a free gym membership in exchange for a few two- or three-hour shifts, for a total of four to six hours per week, or dual memberships for the volunteer and spouse, giving all volunteers the opportunity to get motivated and build relationships with faculty, staff, and students. Volunteers could also get a discounted rate for parking.

For more information about using the sports complex facilities or volunteering, contact Kevin Normand at kevin.normand@maine.edu, (207) 228-8242.