Southeast High School’s gym will now bear the name of a notable alumni.

At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Guilford County Board of Education approved a nomination to rename the main gym at Southeast after Fred Whitfield. Whitfield is a 1976 graduate of Southeast and the CEO and a minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets.

In a nomination form signed by eight community and school leaders, Mr. Whitfield is described as an active supporter of Southeast High, the county, state and country. He is dedicated to advancing the lives of children from various backgrounds and instilling the values of honesty, integrity, respect, concern for others, dedication and discipline in their lives.

Southeast High will have a formal renaming ceremony during the basketball season.