SBA 7(a) Loan Funds Sports Complex Acquisition and Expansion
Community Sports Facility • 100% Financing • Acquisition & Growth
SBA sports facility loan overview
SBA sports facility loan structured to expand community access through SBA-backed financing. Cornovus Capital arranged an SBA sports facility loan totaling $1.7 million to fund the acquisition and expansion of a multi-sport complex serving regional youth and adult athletics. The transaction provided capital for renovations, operational improvements, and new programming initiatives—enabling the borrower to scale performance and expand the membership base.
The SBA sports facility loan was structured under the SBA 7(a) program to deliver 90% financing for both acquisition and growth. The project consolidated capital needs—including purchase price, FF&E, and working capital—into one streamlined package. Cornovus Capital’s execution allowed the borrower to secure ownership while preserving liquidity and maintaining compliance with SBA underwriting standards.
By integrating SBA 7(a) funding with a targeted growth strategy, Cornovus Capital delivered an efficient financing solution that strengthened local economic impact, increased event capacity, and positioned the sports facility for long-term operational success.
Challenge
- Securing 90% financing under SBA 7(a) guidelines
- Underwriting to realistic growth assumptions while maintaining SBA compliance
- Structuring liquidity to fund renovations, equipment, and marketing
- Coordinating third-party reporting, appraisal, and environmental reviews under SBA timelines
- Aligning deal mechanics with SBA eligibility and collateral standards
Solution
Proceeds funded facility upgrades, training equipment, and community outreach initiatives designed to increase membership and event bookings. Cornovus Capital coordinated underwriting, lender positioning, and third-party diligence to execute the transaction under a compressed timeline.
- $1.7 million SBA 7(a) financing package
- 90% financing covering purchase, renovation, FF&E, and working capital
- Long-term amortization aligned with owner-occupied / operating business needs
- Funding for equipment, facility upgrades, and program expansion
- Collateral support across business assets and project-related improvements
- Closed under SBA program standards with coordinated third-party diligence
Results
- Full ownership secured with 90% SBA financing
- Renovations completed on schedule and within budget
- Expanded programming supporting measurable membership growth
- Improved operating leverage through facility and scheduling upgrades
- Community-driven impact through youth leagues and regional tournaments
- Borrower positioned for future expansion to additional facilities
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About Cornovus Capital
With over 70 years of combined experience, Cornovus Capital is a trusted financial partner specializing in business financing, commercial real estate lending, and hospitality funding solutions. We design customized capital strategies that help businesses acquire, expand, and optimize operations, ensuring long-term growth and financial stability across multiple market cycles.
Our expertise spans CMBS and LifeCo financing, private capital solutions, structured debt strategies, SBA 7(a) and 504 loans. By focusing on certainty of execution, disciplined underwriting, and closing assurance, we guide businesses and investors through complex capital markets environments, securing financing aligned with long-term ownership and investment objectives.
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