Beard–Eaves–Memorial Coliseum
Beard–Eaves–Memorial Coliseum is a 10,500-seat multi-purpose arena on the campus of Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama. The arena, which opened in 1969, is best known as the former home of the Auburn men's and women's basketball, women's gymnastics, and wrestling teams. The teams finished their stays at the facility at the end of the 2009–10 season, with all of its tenants moving into the new Auburn Arena opening in time for the 2010–11 season. In addition to sports, numerous concerts were held in the facility. The coliseum continues to house athletics offices as well as classrooms and office space for Auburn's Department of Geosciences.
| Former names | Memorial Coliseum (1969–1987) Joel H. Eaves Memorial Coliseum (1987–1993) |
|---|---|
| Location | Coliseum Dr Auburn, AL 36832 |
| Coordinates | 32°36′01″N 85°29′32″W |
| Owner | Auburn University |
| Operator | Auburn University |
| Capacity | 10,500 |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | 1968 |
| Opened | January 11, 1969 |
| Closed | 2010 (for intercollegiate competition) |
| Construction cost | $6.03 Million |
| Tenants | |
| USA team handball (2013–present) Auburn Tigers (NCAA) Men's basketball (1969–2010) Women's basketball (1974–2010) Women's gymnastics (1974–2010) Wrestling (1969–1981) | |
The building's exterior is primarily nondescript concrete, but its entry plaza was recognizable for the large "War Eagle" statue which faced not only the rest of the university, but also nearby Jordan–Hare Stadium.