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The Cleveland Cavaliers, Cleveland Clinic and Bedrock marked a significant milestone today with the ceremonial topping off of the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center. The event celebrated the completion of the development’s structural frame. To date, nearly 200 tradespeople have contributed 53,000 hours of labor to move and install 2,400 tons of steel.
The 210,000-square-foot facility set to open in 2027, designed by Populous and located on the Cuyahoga River, will be one of the world’s largest and most advanced sports training and performance centers.
In keeping with construction tradition, the final 66-foot beam—signed by team executives, project team members and community stakeholders—was lifted into place, adorned with an American flag and evergreen tree symbolizing strength and longevity. Representatives from the City of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Whiting-Turner, Ironworkers Union Local #17 and Forest City Erectors joined for the occasion.
“Today marks a historic day for the Cavaliers, for Cleveland and for athletes around the world,” said Dan Gilbert, Cleveland Cavaliers Chairman and Bedrock Founder and Chairman. “This milestone reflects the exceptional work of the dedicated tradespeople and the strength of our partnership with the Cleveland Clinic and the City. This is more than a new building—it is the future of performance, health and innovation on Cleveland’s riverfront.”
The Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center is the first vertical development of ‘The Riverfront,’ Bedrock’s 3.5 million-square-foot master plan, which will activate 12 acres of accessible space, including a riverwalk and green space adjacent to the new practice facility. As part of a 25-year partnership extension between the Cavaliers and the Cleveland Clinic, the performance center will use medical innovation for holistic care and injury prevention, nutrition, recovery and performance analysis.
“Our vision for the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center is to create a basketball training facility that resides at the forefront of innovation, technology and architecture,” said Koby Altman, Cleveland Cavaliers President of Basketball Operations. “A soon-to-be iconic global destination for elite and recreational athletes, this facility will represent a huge investment towards our future alongside our tremendous partner the Cleveland Clinic.”
The performance center will also serve the general public, offering multidisciplinary team services in cardiology, neurology, nutrition, psychology and genetics.
“This milestone is a symbol of what’s possible when Cleveland institutions come together with a shared vision and deep commitment to our community,” said Tom Mihaljevic, MD, CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic and the Morton L. Mandel CEO Chair. “Through our long-standing partnership with the Cavaliers and collaboration with the City, County and Bedrock, we are building a one-of-a-kind destination for innovation, wellness and human performance. This facility will serve not only elite athletes, but also individuals and families across our region—expanding access to cutting-edge care, recovery and training that empowers people at every level to live healthier, more active lives.”
For additional information and to follow the progress of the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center, visit Cavs.com/PerformanceCenter. Media assets available HERE.
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CLEVELAND CAVALIERS, Zach Abaie, zabaie@cavs.com
CLEVELAND CLINIC, Angie Kiska, KISKAA@ccf.org
BEDROCK, Kirsty McInnes, kirstymcinnes@bedrockcleveland.com
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion, and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 77,000 employees worldwide are more than 5,658 salaried physicians and researchers, and 19,000 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,699-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 23 hospitals, more than 275 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2022, there were 12.8 million outpatient encounters, 303,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 270,000 surgeries and procedures throughout Cleveland Clinic’s health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 185 countries.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers, founded in 1970, are a professional basketball team in the NBA's Eastern Conference. The Cleveland Cavaliers won the NBA Championship in 2016 while also taking the Eastern Conference crown in 2007, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. Known for their community support, workplace diversity and local economic impact, the team plays at Rocket Arena in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Both the Cavaliers and Rocket Arena are part of Rock Entertainment Group, the umbrella entity of sports and entertainment properties under the Dan Gilbert ROCK Family of Companies. The Cavaliers and Rocket Arena provide fans with the best experience in the NBA with an extensive and stunning array of amenities, technology and signature, electrifying game presentation. Dan Gilbert is Chairman of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Nic Barlage is the Cavaliers, Rocket Arena and Rock Entertainment Group CEO, and the Cavaliers team is led by President of Basketball Operations Koby Altman, General Manager Mike Gansey and Head Coach Kenny Atkinson.
Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes, rehabilitating historic properties and making space for the community—all with the philosophy to operate for more than profit.
Since 2011, Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties, totaling over 21 million square feet of office, retail, residential, hospitality, industrial, data centers and parking. In 2024, Bedrock was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company.
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