(09-26-2023 06:29 PM)Tiger1983 Wrote:  

(09-26-2023 03:28 PM)KingShock Wrote:  Without going to every arena, I'd think this is between Memphis and Wichita. I went to FedEx for the AAC tourney and watched the Houston vs. Memphis game. It had a solid atmosphere, but it didn't compare to a game in Wichita. Now, walking out onto Beale Street before/afterward while it was also St. Patrick's Day was unbeatable. Also, the arena being of NBA quality does beat Koch Arena in about every metric. Koch Arena is a classic place to watch a college basketball game with a top-tier atmosphere most nights. The only other AAC arena I've visited was Tulsa over the last 5 years and it always seems that WSU fans fill up at least 1/3 of the stands.

WSU fans are fantastic. Ironically, their enthusiasm and numbers motivate the away team as well as the home team, IMO.

I think that's true. I know our team gets jacked up to play in the roundhouse.

I went with UTSA. It's the closest to my house and there are always great seats available at rock bottom prices. Can't beat that.

Does it count if you don’t own your arena?

Memphis. No one else can compete with an NBA arena. But, you could have a good debate over on campus arenas.

(09-26-2023 07:40 PM)wh49er Wrote:  Does it count if you don’t own your arena?

clt says you raise an important point. it isn't your arena if you are leasing space.

(09-26-2023 08:06 PM)Side.Show.Joe Wrote:  Memphis. No one else can compete with an NBA arena. But, you could have a good debate over on campus arenas.

clt says a more relevant poll would be on campus arenas owned by the schools themselves.

Devlin Fieldhouse is pretty damn cool as it dates back to 1933 and totally owns it's retro vibe.

I always called Tulane's place Fogleman Arena, but I see it is also Devlin Fieldhouse. I have been to a game there and this is not the best arena in the AAC. I have been to FedEx Arena in Memphis and it is great, but like clt said, Charlotte occasionally plays in our NBA arena and it is extremely nice, but it isn't home.

A full raucous arena is the best, regardless of the actual amenities.

I am going to retire in 497 days (but who's counting), and then I think I will make visits to some of the legendary college barns. I want to see games in Rupp Arena (KY) and Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas) for example. Having grown up in the Triangle in NC I have been to plenty of games in Cameron Indoor (Duke), Charmichael Auditorium and the Dean Dome (UNC-CHeat), Reynolds Coliseum and PNC Arena (NC State). I need to start putting my list together.

(09-28-2023 09:55 AM)Nugget49er Wrote:  A full raucous arena is the best, regardless of the actual amenities.

Memphis has both at the FedexForum, currently the top ranked arena in the NBA with extensive renovations in the works to boot. Throw in the pre and post-game on Beale, and it's a chef's kiss.

Hey would you look at that, UTSA’s arena is currently second in voting. How about that.

Tiger1983, you should do one of those dumb “Poll results as of writing” posts you always make where you tally all the votes because it fits your agenda.

(09-28-2023 09:55 AM)Nugget49er Wrote:  I always called Tulane's place Fogleman Arena, but I see it is also Devlin Fieldhouse. I have been to a game there and this is not the best arena in the AAC. I have been to FedEx Arena in Memphis and it is great, but like clt said, Charlotte occasionally plays in our NBA arena and it is extremely nice, but it isn't home.

A full raucous arena is the best, regardless of the actual amenities.

I am going to retire in 497 days (but who's counting), and then I think I will make visits to some of the legendary college barns. I want to see games in Rupp Arena (KY) and Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas) for example. Having grown up in the Triangle in NC I have been to plenty of games in Cameron Indoor (Duke), Charmichael Auditorium and the Dean Dome (UNC-CHeat), Reynolds Coliseum and PNC Arena (NC State). I need to start putting my list together.

You don't think we ever fill FeExForum? Did so on a routine basis when Calipari was at Memphis. Still do on occasion. Nothing like it. 18,000+.

(09-28-2023 09:55 AM)Nugget49er Wrote:  I always called Tulane's place Fogleman Arena, but I see it is also Devlin Fieldhouse. I have been to a game there and this is not the best arena in the AAC. I have been to FedEx Arena in Memphis and it is great, but like clt said, Charlotte occasionally plays in our NBA arena and it is extremely nice, but it isn't home.

A full raucous arena is the best, regardless of the actual amenities.

I am going to retire in 497 days (but who's counting), and then I think I will make visits to some of the legendary college barns. I want to see games in Rupp Arena (KY) and Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas) for example. Having grown up in the Triangle in NC I have been to plenty of games in Cameron Indoor (Duke), Charmichael Auditorium and the Dean Dome (UNC-CHeat), Reynolds Coliseum and PNC Arena (NC State). I need to start putting my list together.

Devlin isn't the best but it's the oldest and most retro which I like.

i've never like the super pit at north texas. not a fan of the circular court area, prefer it be a rectangle like most.

and the athletic department doesn't own the arena, the school does and there have been issues in the past when something else (cheerleading competition, robotics competition) forced a game/practices elsewhere on campus. thankfully, they have had a dedicated practice facility for years now.

(09-28-2023 12:04 PM)MeepMeep Wrote:  Hey would you look at that, UTSA’s arena is currently second in voting. How about that.

Tiger1983, you should do one of those dumb “Poll results as of writing” posts you always make where you tally all the votes because it fits your agenda.

Invariably, those who tend with the least board contributions tend to complain the most about those pitching their hat in the ring. Not exactly in the spirit of the “man in the arena”…..

(09-28-2023 09:55 AM)Nugget49er Wrote:  I always called Tulane's place Fogleman Arena, but I see it is also Devlin Fieldhouse. I have been to a game there and this is not the best arena in the AAC. I have been to FedEx Arena in Memphis and it is great, but like clt said, Charlotte occasionally plays in our NBA arena and it is extremely nice, but it isn't home.

A full raucous arena is the best, regardless of the actual amenities.

I am going to retire in 497 days (but who's counting), and then I think I will make visits to some of the legendary college barns. I want to see games in Rupp Arena (KY) and Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas) for example. Having grown up in the Triangle in NC I have been to plenty of games in Cameron Indoor (Duke), Charmichael Auditorium and the Dean Dome (UNC-CHeat), Reynolds Coliseum and PNC Arena (NC State). I need to start putting my list together.

A factoid: Fogelman is a true philanthropist with many imprints. For example, his name is on the University of Memphis business school. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avron_Fogelman

Fun facts for the newcomers:

Construction of Devlin was paid for with Tulane's payment for playing in the 1932 Rose Bowl.

Gerald Ford declared the end of the Vietnam War in that building. (I was a student usher for the event.)

That wood deck that you see when looking up is redwood.

"Awesome" is vague and open to interpretation. I looked at "awesome" from a comedic perspective and voted accordingly.

UTSA mbb defrauded the voting results.

https://www.stadiumjourney.com/stadiums/...enter-s584

(09-28-2023 02:26 PM)ghostofclt! Wrote:  https://www.stadiumjourney.com/stadiums/...enter-s584

You mean the opinion of some random guy calling his website Stadium Journey?

Quote:MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - FedExForum is the highest-rated arena in the National Basketball Association.

The home of the Memphis Grizzlies, is the highest FedExForum, with an average score of 4.57 across 7,248 total reviews, according to sportsbooks.

Madison Square Garden, Crypto Arena, Kaseya Center, and United Center were in the top five.

Golden 1 Center, home of the Sacramento Kings has the lowest rating of 3.83 from 9,945 total reviews.