UNF Arena

Infobox_Stadium
stadium_name = UNF Arena


location = 1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville, Florida
32224-2645
opened = January 1993
owner = UNF
seating_capacity = 6,300 (Graduation & Concerts) 5,800 (Basketball) [http://www.unf.edu/recsports/Arena/Arena%20Brochure/Arena%20Brochure.html UNF Arena Brochure] ]
tenants = UNF Ospreys
construction_cost = $9.2 million

UNF Arena is a 5,800-seat multi-purpose arena in Jacksonville, Florida. It is home to the University of North Florida Ospreys basketball team, as well as the newly formed Jacksonville Jam of the PBL. It is also home to Orlando Magic training camp.

In addition, UNF Arena is also used for other events, including concerts and graduation ceremonies. It can seat up to 6,300 for concerts. The arena was built in 1993.

In 2004 the Arena was used by the U.S. Men's and Womans Olympic teams. [ [http://www.unfospreys.com/sports/2007/11/14/facilitiesarena.aspx University of North Florida Athletics - UNF Arena ] ]

On September 2nd, 2008 the University announced plans for UNF Varsity Village. [http://www.unfospreys.com/news/2008/9/2/gen_0902080630.aspx UNF announces plans for Varsity Village] ] Upgrades will be on the existing locker rooms, athletics offices, scoreboard, and seating. Planned additions will include a video room, academic support area, and a hall of fame/recruiting lounge.

References

External links

* [http://www.unfospreys.com/sports/2007/11/14/facilitiesarena.aspx? UNF Arena] on unfospreys.com
* [http://www.unf.edu/recsports/arena.htm Official webpage]
* [http://www.unfospreys.com/ UNF Ospreys homepage]