Miami University Puts $281M Arena Up for Final Vote
Miami University in a matter of days could green-light and approve financing for one of its largest-ever construction projects, a $281 million arena at the school’s Oxford campus.
As Miami’s men’s basketball team continues its unbeaten 2026 season on its way to a possible NCAA tournament appearance, the school’s board of trustees at its Feb. 27 meeting will consider three resolutions related to the new multipurpose event center and arena project.
One resolution approves the project itself, allowing school personnel to begin contracting for the construction project.
Arizona Announces Stadium Upgrades
Arizona Athletics today announced a series of game day enhancements to improve the fan experience at Casino Del Sol Stadium, beginning with the 2026 football season. These investments are informed by community feedback and the athletic department's recently completed feasibility study.
"We value our fans and appreciate the passion and support they bring, which are part of what makes Arizona Athletics so special for our student-athletes and the entire university community," R. Ken Coit Director of Athletics Desireé Reed-Francois said. "The feasibility study gave us clear insight into what matters most, and we are acting decisively on those priorities."
Fan input consistently identified sound as a top concern, leading to plans for a new, state-of-the-art sound system. Arizona will also modernize its video boards, which are 16 years old and rely on components that are no longer available, making replacement essential. Finally, as Arizona hosts more night games, upgraded lighting will play an important role in enhancing the overall stadium atmosphere.
Stadium Experience Center Planned for Bank of America Stadium
Tepper Sports & Entertainment (TSE) today unveiled plans for a new, privately-funded Bank of America Stadium Experience Center – an immersive destination designed to bring the future of the venue to life. Lowe's, headquartered in Mooresville, N.C., will serve as the Official Stadium Renovation Partner of Bank of America Stadium. The expanded commitment underscores Lowe's deep roots in the Carolinas and its passion for improving its communities.
Set to open later this summer, the Experience Center will inspire guests with a dynamic, hands-on, multisensory journey that showcases what is next for one of the Carolinas' most iconic venues. Highlights include dynamic hologram moments, replicated club lounge spaces, an interactive stadium model showcasing key design elements, historical lookbacks, and more. At the heart of the experience is the Immersive Cube, a cutting-edge technology that lets visitors step inside the project, explore detailed renderings, and truly grasp the scale, layout, and vision behind the transformation.
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