Wachs Arena

Last updated
Barnett Center
Wachs Arena
LocationAberdeen, SD
Owner Northern State University
Operator Northern State University
Capacity 8,057 (Arena)
SurfaceMulti-surface
Construction
Broke ground1986
Opened1987
Renovated2011
Tenants
Northern State University: (Men's & Women's Basketball, Volleyball, and Wrestling)
South Dakota State "B" Boys Basketball (1989-present)

The Wachs Arena is an 8,057 seat multi-purpose arena in Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States.

The Wachs Arena is home to the Don Meyer Court, named after long-time winning coach Don Meyer. The Arena is located in the Barnett Center; which holds swimming pool, wrestling room, weight room, training room, auxiliary gym, eight locker rooms, classrooms and offices, plus a 160-meter indoor track and a wooden basketball court. [1] It was the Home of a Presidential visit to the Area by President George W. Bush October 31, 2002 [2]

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References

  1. "Northern State University - Northern State Facilities". Northernstatewolves.com. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
  2. "Aberdeen Prepares For Presidential Visit". KELOLAND News. Retrieved 23 September 2017.

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