E. A. Diddle Arena
E. A. Diddle Arena is a 7,326-seat multi-purpose arena in Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. The arena, built in 1963, is home to the Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers men's basketball team and Lady Toppers basketball and volleyball teams. It is also known as Academic-Athletic Building #1. It also holds Military Science and Physical Education & Recreation classes and offices.
| Location | 1526 Avenue of Champions Bowling Green, KY 42101 USA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 36°59′9″N 86°27′27″W |
| Owner | Western Kentucky University |
| Operator | Western Kentucky University |
| Capacity | 7,326 (2005–present) 7,368 (2003-2005) 7,381 (2001-2003) 11,300 (1991-2001) 12,370 (1980-1991) 13,164 (1979-1980) 13,508 (1970-1979) 12,500 (1965-1970) 8,500 (1963–1965) |
| Surface | Hardwood |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | November 15, 1961 |
| Opened | December 7, 1963 |
| Renovated | 2002 |
| Expanded | 1965, 1970 |
| Construction cost | $3,089,538 ($30.7 million in 2023 dollars) |
| Architect | Frank Cain R. Ben Johnson |
| Tenants | |
| Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (NCAA) (1963–present) | |
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