Nicknamed “Hank’s House”, Gersten Pavilion was built in 1981 and seats just over 4,100 people. LMU star Hank Gathers died during a basketball tournament in 1990. Gersten Pavilion is home of the Loyola Marymount University Lions and a part time practice home of the LA Lakers. Other sports events have also been held here. Be sure … Read More
USC has made it to the NCAA Tournament an impressive 4 times in 9 years. There is rich history here that is displayed in the lower concourse and street level – including the prestigious award of “Trojan Greats on Sports Illustrated.” Louis Galen, the arena’s namesake, gave over $50 million for this arena and his … Read More
The Citizens Business Bank Arena is home to The Reign Hockey Team and is also a venue that’s used for many other type of events. This is a fairly new venue having opened in 2008. For hockey games it holds just over 10,800 people. Additionally, it has a roomy concourse, and a rather impressive score … Read More
Bradley Braves basketball has called Carver Arena home since 1982. They share the facility with the Peoria Rivermen of AHL. Hosting about 375 events every year, including the Illinois High School basketball State Championships, this venue is a great value, with a spacious concourse, and access to a number of restaurants and pubs in Peoria.
Such a cool venue with a capacity of 10,000 and a running/walking track surface surrounding the court. This venue definitely is one of the more unique and best looking basketball courts in the U.S. Northern Illinois teams have played in over 200 contests at the Convocation Center since 2002. Many historic volleyball and basketball victories have … Read More
Welsh-Ryan Arena is a charming old barn of a gym and happens to be the second oldest arena in the Big Ten Conference. Not big on amenities but worth a look see. The arena is located right next to Ryan Field, home of the Northwestern Wildcats football team. The Northwestern pep band is super fun and … Read More
The SIU Arena has an incredibly rich history over the years since it’s completion in 1964 and remodel project in 2010. The integrity was preserved and the fans are hugely committed and passionate about this venue, their team, and their events. Fun facts about the history of this venue: Artists Peter Gabriel and Drake have played … Read More
This is a fun, family friendly venue that even offers year round ice skating for families and skate rentals. It’s also an awesome way for kids to who are just beginning hockey. The Notre Dame ice hockey team donates their time to assist in coaching the youth in training. What a compliment that this venue … Read More
TIO Traeger Park hosts AFL and cricket each year. The playing surface and ground lighting have been improved in recent years to bring it up to professional standards, something that the locals are very proud of. There is a 220 seat grandstand with corporate and media facilities also now catered for.
The stadium is just amazing, you sometimes need to pinch yourself to remind you that this is a playing field for college athletes, not pro’s. When at Sanford Stadium you feel like you are at a major sporting event. Sanford is the 5th largest stadium located on a campus in the entire country. Fan will … Read More
