Olympic bronze medalist and world champion 1,500-meter runner Jenny Simpson collapsed after suffering a medical episode at the Sir Walter Miler.
The high-tech building more than doubles the academy's size, creating room for more sports, more kids, and more programs such as camps and leagues.
It happened Tuesday at Church Street Park, where burn marks remain visible on the grass.
In the past dozen years, 18 projects have been funded, totaling $21.12 million, including $1 million to Ting Park in 2013.
The first phase of the downtown plan will feature a four-story apartment complex, retail, and a new community park with space for live music.
The program's head coach said TOPSoccer welcomes children with diverse abilities, like Down syndrome or autism, helping them participate and thrive.