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Fieldhouse Gym files for bankruptcy after Temple location closes
By Mariah Williams at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 6, 2026
· 3 min read
The doors at Fieldhouse Gym's Temple location are closed after the owner failed to make rent, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and left employees without paychecks for weeks. As neighbors rally to get it reopened, the owner hopes to turn the Harker Heights location around.Watch the story here: F...
Key takeaway Christina Bills, who owned Fieldhouse Gym from 2018 until 2025, said the closure has hit employees hard since she sold it.
Why this matters in The Waco
The closure of Fieldhouse Gym's Temple location has significant implications for the local community, particularly for the employees and members who relied on the gym as a source of income and support. The loss of around 700 to 850 members in the past year is a substantial blow to the business and the community, and it remains to be seen how the Harker Heights location will recover. The fact that some employees are veterans who relied on the gym as a supplemental income adds to the urgency of the situation. As the bankruptcy case moves forward, the community will be watching to see if Timothy Koenitzer can turn the Harker Heights facility around and potentially reopen the Temple location. The outcome will have a direct impact on the local economy and the well-being of those affected by the closure. The scheduled hearings in July will be crucial in determining the future of Fieldhouse Gym.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The doors at Fieldhouse Gym's Temple location are closed after the owner failed to make rent, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and left employees without paychecks for weeks. As neighbors rally to get it reopened, the owner hopes to turn the Harker Heights location around.Watch the story here: F...
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