MOUNT VERNON — During Homecoming weekend on November 8, 2013, MVNU will unveil the brand-new Ariel Arena during a Ribbon-Cutting and Dedication Ceremony at 5 p.m., followed by a reception at 5:30 p.m. inside the arena. Both events are free and open to the public.
Ariel Arena is MVNU’s brand-new, state-of-the-art athletic center that will become the new home of Cougar athletics. It will provide the community with outstanding fitness and recreation facilities and will seat up to 3,000 for concerts and events, and 1,800 for basketball and volleyball games.
Ariel Arena will feature:
- Three full-sized athletic courts
- Center court with “horseshoe” seating
- Spacious lobby with Arena overlook
- Cougar Sports Associates stadium seating and gathering space
- Redesigned 586 Cafe and two concession areas
- Special Event banquet hall (accommodating 225)
- Cardio fitness and weight rooms
- Athletic Training Center
- Faculty and coaches offices
- Three classrooms
- Locker rooms
To see a construction time lapse video of Ariel Arena published by MVNU click this link: http://youtu.be/zIQb_vQ5T2E