Bramlage Coliseum

Bramlage Coliseum. Located in Manhattan, Kansas, it is a multi-purpose arena that serves as the home of the Kansas State University Kansas State Wildcats men's and women's basketball teams. The coliseum is named after Fred Bramlage, a Kansas State University alumnus and Pittsburg State University graduate, who donated $1 million to the construction of the facility. It has hosted various events, including NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games, Kansas State High School Activities Association state basketball tournaments, and concerts featuring artists such as Elton John, Billy Joel, and Kenny Chesney.

● History

The construction of the coliseum was made possible by the donation of Fred Bramlage, a successful businessman and philanthropist who graduated from Kansas State University in 1935. The coliseum was designed to replace the Ahearn Field House, which was the previous home of the Kansas State Wildcats basketball teams. The coliseum has undergone several renovations since its opening in 1988, including the addition of a new scoreboard and sound system in 2004, and the installation of new seating and flooring in 2011. The coliseum has hosted several notable events, including the 1988 Kansas State High School Activities Association state basketball tournament, the 1992 NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship sub-regional, and the 2002 Big 12 Conference women's basketball tournament. The coliseum has also been the site of concerts by famous artists such as Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, and Faith Hill.

● Design and Construction

The coliseum was designed by the architectural firm of HOK Sport (now Populous), which has designed several other notable sports venues, including the Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, and the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri. The coliseum features a unique design with a circular shape and a domed roof, which provides excellent acoustics and visibility for spectators. The coliseum's design has been influenced by other notable arenas, such as the Madison Square Garden in New York City, and the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The construction of the coliseum was managed by the Walton Construction Company, which has built several other notable projects, including the University of Kansas's Allen Fieldhouse, and the Wichita State University's Charles Koch Arena.

● Facilities and Features

The coliseum features a variety of facilities and amenities, including a concourse with several concession stands and restrooms, a club lounge with seating and food and beverage options, and a press box with seating and workstations for media personnel. The coliseum also features several meeting rooms and event spaces, including the K-State Athletics Hall of Fame, which honors the achievements of Kansas State University athletes and coaches, such as Bill Snyder, Frank Martin, and Deb Patterson. The coliseum's facilities have been used by several notable organizations, including the NCAA, the Big 12 Conference, and the Kansas State High School Activities Association. The coliseum has also hosted events for other Kansas State University teams, including the Kansas State Wildcats volleyball team, and the Kansas State Wildcats wrestling team.

● Events and Tenants

The coliseum has hosted a variety of events, including basketball games, volleyball matches, wrestling tournaments, and concerts. The coliseum is the home of the Kansas State Wildcats men's and women's basketball teams, which compete in the Big 12 Conference. The coliseum has also hosted several notable events, including the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship sub-regional, the Big 12 Conference women's basketball tournament, and the Kansas State High School Activities Association state basketball tournament. The coliseum has been the site of concerts by famous artists such as Elton John, Billy Joel, and Kenny Chesney, as well as comedy shows by performers such as Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock. The coliseum has also hosted events for other organizations, including the American Red Cross, the United Way, and the Salvation Army.

● Seating and Attendance

The coliseum has a seating capacity of 12,528, which makes it one of the largest arenas in the Big 12 Conference. The coliseum's seating is arranged in a circular pattern, with lower-level and upper-level seating areas. The coliseum has hosted several sold-out events, including basketball games against University of Kansas, University of Missouri, and Baylor University. The coliseum's attendance has been influenced by the success of the Kansas State Wildcats basketball teams, which have won several conference championships and have appeared in several NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship tournaments. The coliseum has also hosted events for other Kansas State University teams, including the Kansas State Wildcats volleyball team, which has won several conference championships and has appeared in several NCAA Women's Division I Volleyball Championship tournaments. Category:Basketball venues in the United States