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Agganis Arena
Agganis Arena
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Stadium nameAgganis Arena
LocationBoston, Massachusetts
Broke ground2003
Opened2005
OwnerBoston University
OperatorGlobal Spectrum
SurfaceMulti-surface
Construction cost$225 million
ArchitectEllerbe Becket
BuilderGilbane Building Company
TenantsBoston University Terriers men's ice hockey, Boston University Terriers women's ice hockey

Agganis Arena is a multi-purpose arena located in Boston, Massachusetts, on the campus of Boston University. The arena is named after Harry Agganis, a former Boston University athlete who played for the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Browns. It serves as the home of the Boston University Terriers men's ice hockey and Boston University Terriers women's ice hockey teams, which compete in the Hockey East conference. The arena has also hosted various events, including concerts, NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games, and Mixed martial arts events, featuring organizations such as Ultimate Fighting Championship and Bellator MMA.

● History

The construction of the arena began in 2003, with Ellerbe Becket as the architect and Gilbane Building Company as the builder. The arena was officially opened in 2005, with a construction cost of $225 million, funded by Boston University and other private donors, including John Hancock Financial, FleetBoston Financial, and The Boston Foundation. The arena has hosted numerous events, including concerts by Elton John, Billy Joel, and Kanye West, as well as NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games, featuring teams such as the University of Connecticut Huskies men's basketball, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tar Heels men's basketball, and Duke University Blue Devils men's basketball. The arena has also been used for Mixed martial arts events, featuring fighters such as Ronda Rousey, Conor McGregor, and Floyd Mayweather Jr., and has been the site of WWE events, including WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown.

● Design and Construction

The arena was designed by Ellerbe Becket, a renowned architectural firm that has designed numerous sports venues, including Xcel Energy Center, PNC Arena, and TD Garden. The arena features a unique design, with a seating capacity of over 7,200 for hockey games and up to 8,000 for concerts and other events. The arena's design includes a state-of-the-art sound system, LED lighting, and a high-definition video scoreboard, similar to those found in other arenas such as Madison Square Garden and United Center. The arena's construction was managed by Gilbane Building Company, a leading construction firm that has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including Fenway Park and Gillette Stadium.

● Facilities and Features

The arena features a variety of facilities and amenities, including a concession stand with a wide range of food and beverage options, a team store with Boston University Terriers merchandise, and a restaurant with views of the surrounding city. The arena also includes a number of luxury suites, club seats, and loges, offering premium seating options for events. The arena's facilities are comparable to those found in other arenas, such as Prudential Center and Barclays Center. The arena is also equipped with a state-of-the-art ice rink, which is used for hockey games and other events, and is maintained by a team of experienced ice technicians.

● Events and Tenants

The arena is home to the Boston University Terriers men's ice hockey and Boston University Terriers women's ice hockey teams, which compete in the Hockey East conference. The arena has also hosted numerous other events, including concerts by Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Justin Bieber, as well as Mixed martial arts events, featuring organizations such as Ultimate Fighting Championship and Bellator MMA. The arena has also been used for WWE events, including WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown, and has hosted NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games, featuring teams such as the University of Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball, University of Michigan Wolverines men's basketball, and University of California, Los Angeles Bruins men's basketball. The arena has also been the site of Esports events, featuring games such as League of Legends and Overwatch.

● Location and Accessibility

The arena is located on the campus of Boston University, in the Allston neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The arena is easily accessible by car, with parking available in several nearby parking garages, including the Agganis Arena Parking Garage and the Boston University Parking Garage. The arena is also accessible by public transportation, with several MBTA bus routes and the Green Line Boston University Central T station nearby. The arena is within walking distance of several nearby attractions, including Fenway Park, House of Blues, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The arena's location makes it an ideal venue for events, with its proximity to Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and other nearby institutions. Category:Indoor ice hockey venues in the United States

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