Get ready, ChumCity! The UAB Blazers are about to level up their home court! A whopping $14.6 million renovation for Bartow Arena just got the green light from the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees! Imagine a swanky new entrance lobby, a club-level lounge where you can kick back in style, and upgraded seating for the best views in the house. Plus, the concourse is getting a major facelift with snazzy lighting and updated restrooms. We're talking serious VIP vibes! UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram is pumped, saying the renovations will make Bartow "one of the most visible, accommodating, and inviting" spots in the American Conference. Head Men's Basketball Coach Andy Kennedy is stoked about the potential home-court advantage, while Head Women's Basketball Coach Randy Norton is buzzing about the impact on recruiting and the overall fan experience. Volleyball Coach Betsy Freeburg sees big things for her team, too! UAB is now in talks with an architect to get the design process rolling. More details are expected to drop during the upcoming school year, so keep your eyes peeled! Bartow Arena is about to become the place to be!Big News for UAB Blazers!
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