Florida Southwestern State College Suncoast Credit Union Arena
The new Suncoast Credit Union Arena hosts the Florida SouthWestern State College Buccaneers’ basketball and volleyball teams, expands the College’s revitalized athletic department, provides much-needed recreational space for a growing student population and serves as a thriving entertainment hub for the Fort Myers area.
The main competition court of the Arena can be converted into recreational courts. The student athletic and wellness center can accommodate a variety of activities and features three practice courts, a fitness pavilion, climbing wall, walking/jogging track, weight training area, locker rooms and lounges. Athletic office space and suites are located on the second floor.
Project Size: 75,470 SF
Location: Fort Myers, FL
The approximately 3,500-seat, state-of-the-art facility serves a variety of events with a hospitality suite, six luxury suites, two concession stands, a catering kitchen and a second-floor outdoor event space overlooking the adjacent pond. Local, regional and national athletic events and concerts are held at the Arena.
The new facility is a cultural hub and re-energizes the campus and surrounding community. It also serves the College’s athletic department as an effective recruiting tool for future student athletes.
The Arena is draws national tournaments including the Culligan City of Palms Classic, the premier boy’s high school basketball tournament.
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