AECOM Hunt has officially been chosen as the construction manager for a new Savannah arena, as the Savannah City Council approved an $11.2 million contract on Thursday. (more…)
Archive | 2018
New Calgary Flames Arena Not Included in Olympics Budget
While it is not included in a 2026 Winter Olympics proposal, Calgary officials are not shutting the door on discussions for a new Calgary Flames arena. (more…)
Blue Cross Arena Upgrades on Tap
Upgrades to Rochester, NY’s Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial are moving forward, as more than $18 million in improvements are planned for the venue. (more…)
DC’s Entertainment and Sports Arena Approaches Opening
Washington, DC is about to open a new sports facility, as the Entertainment and Sports Arena will have its ribbon-cutting ceremony later this month. (more…)
Syracuse Crunch, Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Affiliation
The Syracuse Crunch (AHL) and Tampa Bay Lightning have announced a five-year extension of their affiliation, with the agreement including an option for two extra years. The two teams will maintain their affiliation through the 2022-23 season, with a mutual option for 2023-24 and 2024-25. This affiliation extension includes the restructuring of the agreement for the 2018-19 season. (more…)
NCAA Arena Re-Openings Highlight 2018-19 Season
Several notable college basketball arenas closed for the 2017-18 season, allowing for major renovations to take place. As a result, some programs played home games in alternate venues last season. (more…)
Bramlage Coliseum Renovation Included in Master Plan
Kansas State has released a new facility master plan that includes a Bramlage Coliseum renovation, making it among the venues targeted in the proposal. (more…)
KeyArena Demolition to Begin After NHL Franchise Awarded
The KeyArena demolition process for its renovation is to begin after the NHL has awarded Seattle an expansion franchise, according to recent city documents. (more…)
Redevelopment Sought for Rupp Arena Parking Lot
Lexington Center Corporation wants a developer to redevelop a Rupp Arena parking lot, and is proposing the creation of a tax-increment financing (TIF) district to back the project. (more…)
Madison Square Garden Special Operating Permit Hits Halfway Point
The current Madison Square Garden special operating permit is at the halfway mark, and there is uncertainty about whether it will be renewed or if there will be calls for a new arena elsewhere. (more…)
Seattle NHL Minority Owners Back Expansion Bid
Local investors have lined up to become Seattle NHL minority owners, giving the expansion bid a boost as it works toward NHL approval. (more…)
Orlando Magic Downtown Development Complex Moves Forward
An Orlando Magic downtown development is moving forward, as the team provides further details on a $200-million sports and entertainment complex next to Amway Center, including a new team headquarters, a hotel and more. (more…)
