Moody Coliseum (Abilene Christian University)
Moody Coliseum is a 3,600-seat multi-purpose arena in Abilene. It is home to the Abilene Christian Wildcats men's and women's basketball, and volleyball teams.[1] It is also used for concerts, chapel services, graduations and other special events, with a maximum capacity of 3,600.
Moody Coliseum | |
| Full name | Moody Coliseum |
|---|---|
| Location | Abilene, Texas |
| Coordinates | 32°28′13.2″N 99°42′33.3″W |
| Owner | Abilene Christian University |
| Operator | Abilene Christian University |
| Capacity | 3,600 |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 1968 |
| Renovated | 2022 |
| Construction cost | $50 million |
| Architect | HOK |
| Structural engineer | Walter P Moore Freedom Enterprise Inc. Richard Barrios Consulting Engineer Inc. Irwin Seating Standard Iron & Wire Works Inc. |
| Main contractors | Hoar Construction |
| Tenants | |
| Abilene Christian Wildcats | |
The arena recently reopened after undergoing extensive renovations. New features include:
- Additional leg room in the main seating in the coliseum.
- Larger seats in some sections.
- Improved accessibility.
- A 2,000-square-foot club room.
- Practice gymnasium.
- An academic center and main level. hospitality suite.
- Additional offices for athletics administration.
- Upgraded locker rooms and training rooms.
- Upgraded restrooms and concessions.
- Upgraded audio/visual system, including 21 LED boards.[2]
References
- "Moody Coliseum". Abilene Christian University Athletics. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
- Kilmer, Wendy. "NEWLY RENOVATED MOODY COLISEUM DEBUTS IN FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES". ACU.edu. Abilene Christian University. Retrieved 27 September 2022.
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