Irwin Belk Complex

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Irwin Belk Complex
Irwin Belk Complex
Full nameIrwin Belk Complex
Capacity 4,500
Field sizeunknown
Construction
Built2002-2003
Opened2003
Tenants
JCSU Golden Bulls

The Irwin Belk Complex is a multi-use 4,500 seat stadium on the campus of Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) in Biddleville, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. The stadium plays host to JCSU events.

It is named for a generous Charlotte benefactor, Irwin Belk of Belk stores fame. Mr. Belk has been a huge backer of college sports in the Carolinas.

Coordinates: 35°14′31″N80°51′09″W / 35.2420°N 80.8524°W / 35.2420; -80.8524

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