Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion
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| Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion | |
|---|---|
| Stadium name | Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion |
| Location | University of Washington, Seattle, Washington (state) |
| Owner | University of Washington |
| Operator | University of Washington |
| Tenants | Washington Huskies men's basketball, Washington Huskies women's basketball |
Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion is a multi-purpose arena located on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington (state), and is home to the Washington Huskies men's basketball and Washington Huskies women's basketball teams, which compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)'s Pac-12 Conference. The arena is named after Hec Edmundson, a former University of Washington basketball coach, and Alaska Airlines, which purchased the naming rights in 2011. The arena has hosted various events, including concerts by Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Led Zeppelin, as well as mixed martial arts events by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
● History
The arena was built in 1927 and was originally known as the Hec Edmundson Pavilion, named after the former University of Washington basketball coach, who led the team to several Pacific Coast Conference championships. The arena has undergone several renovations over the years, including a major renovation in 2000, which added new seating and concourse areas, as well as improved sound and lighting systems. The arena has hosted many notable events, including NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament games, Pac-12 Conference basketball tournaments, and concerts by famous musicians such as Frank Sinatra, The Rolling Stones, and Michael Jackson. The arena is also home to the University of Washington's volleyball team, which competes in the Pac-12 Conference and has won several NCAA championships, including titles in 2005 and 2013 under the guidance of coaches like Jim McLaughlin and Leslie Gabriel.
● Design and Features
The arena features a unique design with a domed roof and a seating capacity of over 10,000 for basketball games and concerts. The arena's concourse area features several food and beverage options, including restaurants and concession stands operated by companies like Sodexo and Aramark. The arena also features several luxury suites and club seats, which offer premium seating and amenities for fans and sponsors. The arena's sound and lighting systems are state-of-the-art, with a sound system designed by companies like JBL and Bose, and a lighting system designed by companies like Philips and Osram. The arena has also hosted events for the Seattle Storm, a professional women's basketball team that competes in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and has won several championships, including titles in 2004 and 2010 under the guidance of coaches like Anne Donovan and Brian Agler.
● Events and Tenants
The arena hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, comedy shows, and mixed martial arts events. The arena is home to the Washington Huskies men's basketball and Washington Huskies women's basketball teams, which compete in the NCAA's Pac-12 Conference. The arena has also hosted events for the Seattle SuperSonics, a former professional basketball team that competed in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and won several championships, including the 1979 NBA Finals under the guidance of coaches like Lenny Wilkens and George Karl. The arena has also hosted volleyball tournaments, including the NCAA Volleyball Championship, which has been won by teams like the University of Washington, University of Nebraska, and University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
● Renovations and Naming Rights
In 2011, the arena underwent a major renovation, which included the installation of a new scoreboard and video board, as well as improvements to the seating and concourse areas. The renovation also included the addition of new luxury suites and club seats, which offer premium seating and amenities for fans and sponsors. The arena's naming rights were purchased by Alaska Airlines in 2011, and the arena was renamed the Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. The naming rights deal was worth several million dollars and will last for several years, with Alaska Airlines serving as the official airline of the University of Washington and the Washington Huskies athletic teams. The arena has also partnered with other companies like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Anheuser-Busch to provide food and beverage options for fans.
● Seating and Facilities
The arena features a seating capacity of over 10,000 for basketball games and concerts, with several different seating options available, including lower-level and upper-level seats, as well as luxury suites and club seats. The arena's concourse area features several food and beverage options, including restaurants and concession stands operated by companies like Sodexo and Aramark. The arena also features several facilities, including locker rooms, training rooms, and media rooms, which are used by the Washington Huskies athletic teams and other events hosted at the arena. The arena has also hosted events for the University of Washington's gymnastics team, which competes in the Pac-12 Conference and has won several NCAA championships, including titles in 2009 and 2010 under the guidance of coaches like Joanne Bowers and Elise Ray.