Despite supply-chain issues impacting other arena construction, the new Palm Springs arena hosting the Coachella Valley Firebirds (AHL) is still slated to open before the end of the year. (more…)
Archive | Hockey
Enmarket Arena opening delayed
The opening of Savannah’s Enmarket Arena, originally scheduled for Jan. 13-14, has been delayed a month as the city and manager Oak View Group grapple with supply-chain issues and COVID-19-related delays. (more…)
With Coyotes departing, Glendale plans Gila River Arena makeover
With the Arizona Coyotes departing for who knows where at the end of this NHL season, the city of Glendale and facilities manager ASM Global are launching a Gila River Arena makeover to support a wider range of events. (more…)
With new Calgary Flames arena deal dead, what comes next?
With a new Calgary Flames arena deal officially dead, the future of the team at the Scotiabank Saddledome–which is literally falling down–is now under debate. (more…)
Owners halt new Calgary arena
Saying there was no viable path to complete a new Calgary Flames arena, the owners of the NHL team halted planning for the downtown Event Centre Project. (more…)
NHL sets extended holiday break after COVID concerns
The NHL announced the postponement of five games Thursday, making for an early holiday break as concerns over rising COVID cases forces the league’s hand. (more…)
No lockout for Coyotes at Gila River Arena
After a payment on Gila River Arena rent puts the team current until the end of the year, the city of Glendale won’t lock out the Arizona Coyotes for the rest of the NHL season if the team stays current on payments. (more…)
Chase Field in play as temp Coyotes home?
Under consideration: Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, as the temporary home of the Arizona Coyotes (NHL) until a new Tempe arena can be built. (more…)
Coyotes, Glendale continue sparring over Gila River Arena finances
The Arizona Coyotes, ASM Global and Glendale continue their battles over Gila River Arena finances, with the city threatening to lock out the team over unpaid taxes and fees–but the NHL team says there’s no cause for concern. (more…)
Islanders finally home at UBS Arena
It was a long journey from the last days of the original Nassau Coliseum and the Charles Wang era to now, but the New York Islanders (NHL) are finally playing at a new home, UBS Arena. (more…)
MSG plans upgraded fan experience with Infosys deal
Operations at Madison Square Garden could be upgraded via a digital command center after the addition of Infosys as the Official Digital Innovation Partner for the New York Knicks and the Rangers. (more…)
UBS Arena concessions to stress local offerings
With the opening of UBS Arena for both hockey and New York Islanders (NHL) this month, arena management and concessionaire Delaware North announced a slate of local food and beverage offerings. (more…)
