Rock Chalk Renovation: Kansas Announces Allen Fieldhouse Upgrade

Posted mostly out of respect for nostalgia and the glory days of so many TKC readers.

Here's a peek at amenities that only sound impressive to somebody well over 40 i.e. far too old to invest too much time into college sports . . . Check-it . . .

In addition to better lighting KU plans to add more concession areas to the second and third level concourses. On-site cooking will allow concession areas to serve a larger menu, while also offer catering options in some areas, if needed.

Fans who step inside the renovated arena will eventually see a new center scoreboard, LED sports lighting, and a new sound system. KU Athletics says renovation plans also include adding seatbacks and upgrading Wi-Fi.

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KU announces 2-year renovation plan for Allen Fieldhouse

LAWRENCE, Kan. - It's time for Allen Fieldhouse to get a massive upgrade. The University of Kansas Athletics Department announced plans to renovate one of the most historic buildings in college basketball. KU Athletics says the plan includes renovating all three levels of Allen Fieldhouse as well as the arena itself.

'Enhanced fan experience': KU announces renovation projects for Allen Fieldhouse

The University of Kansas on Wednesday announced renovation projects for Allen Fieldhouse. Funded "in large part" through private donations, the renovations will look to address concessions, hospitality spaces, seating opportunities and the in-game experience for fans. The renovations will happen in two phases and will begin this spring.

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