Notre Dame football showcases new Shields Hall facility in South Bend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:04 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Notre Dame football introduced Shields Hall, its new facility, on August 25 in South Bend. This facility spans over 162,000 square feet and cost nearly $200 million. It replaces the Guglielmino Center, which had been in use for over two decades. The design includes various training and operational spaces, interactive displays, and areas for all varsity athletes, signaling a significant advancement for the program. The Irish are set to utilize this extensive space, enhancing their daily operations and training.
- •Shields Hall covers 162,032 square feet
- •Cost nearly $200 million to construct
- •Facility includes a weight room and training areas
- •Introduced during a media tour on August 25
- •Replaces the Guglielmino Center after 20 years
- 8:04 AMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame football now has one heck of a new home to call its own
"It took only 20 years for Notre Dame football to outgrow the Guglielmino Center, but Shields Hall should have staying power for a lot longer timeframe.
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