Completed Event: Softball versus (2) #24 Louisville on May 15, 2026 , Win , 5, to, 1
Softball
vs (2) #24 Louisville
W 5-1
Grand Canyon University Athletics
Equipment Department
Department Mission
The GCU equipment department will maintain and execute a full service equipment room to assist the athletic department and student-athletes. The equipment room will include a safe, secure, and clean environment that has the latest equipment and apparel technology which enables the athletes to focus on competition and academics.
Department Staff
Our Responsibility
The GCU athletic equipment department and staff are responsible for all of the Grand Canyon University athletic teams equipment needs. The purpose of the equipment department is to order, receive, maintain, secure and distribute athletic equipment. The department is responsible for laundering apparel to maintain the institution's brand standards.
The equipment department will provide support for the athletic department to ensure compliance of NCAA, WAC and GCU rules and regulations while enhancing the student-athlete experience.
What We Offer
Athletic equipment purchasing requests are initiated through the equipment department. Purchase orders are requested after team budget approval.
Inventory controls are important in preventing loss and theft of athletic equipment. Equipment is given out under the supervision of certified equipment managers only. ACS Inventory software system is used to keep the inventory up to date and ready to be analyzed.
Athletic equipment is stored in the athletic equipment room. Entry is limited to assigned personnel. Dual SpaceSaver units are used to house and secure all on-hand inventory.
All gear embellishment will be completed through Canyon Promotions and all equipment staff members will ensure GCU brand standards are followed and maintained through the entire process.
One of the main aspects of athletic equipment management is prevention of the spread of bacteria and disease. Laundry chemicals and settings are programmed in the washing machines to kill and prevent these hazards. There are specific cycles programmed for each circumstance of laundry (i.e. Game laundry, practice laundry, towels, etc.). Industrial machines and chemicals assist staff members in the sanitation process.
All fitting of safety equipment must be done by or under the guidance of a certified athletic equipment manager. This is to ensure proper fitting methods are being used.
Athletic equipment will be inspected and cleaned weekly. Defective products will be replaced to ensure athlete safety.
All equipment is to be sent back and recertified to NOCSAE standards yearly if used. If the equipment is not used it will be sent back following the year of use. When sent back for reconditioning the equipment will be impact tested, cleaned, and painted.
Department Objectives
- Provide a safe environment for our student-athletes
- Properly maintain each athlete's equipment on a daily basis
- Process laundry on a daily basis
- Behave professionally as well as efficiently
- Provide the latest and most advanced equipment