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Welcome to Missouri!
On behalf of the Missouri Division of Tourism and Show-Me Missouri Sports, we hope you enjoy your time – and your competition – here in the Show-Me State.
Missouri is the ideal location for your event, thanks to its central location, transportation systems, affordability and ability to host events of all sizes and for all activities.
If you’re flying in from across the country, airports in Kansas City (MCI), St. Louis (STL), Springfield (SGF) and Columbia (COU) connect you to some of our largest cities. And because Missouri touches eight other states, driving here is very easy, especially for those who live in the South and Midwest.
And across the state, the Show-Me Missouri Sports team works hard to ensure your group has everything it needs for a fun, safe and successful event. With partners in Branson, Cape Girardeau, Columbia, Joplin, Lake of the Ozarks, Maryland Heights, Springfield, St. Charles, St. Joseph and St. Louis, you’re always close to a valued member of the Missouri sports family.
In short, when you bring your event to Missouri, everyone wins.
Thank you and enjoy your time in Missouri,
Stephen Foutes and the Show-Me Missouri Sports team
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World Cup Thrills Coming to Missouri
With world-class facilities like Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City prepares to welcome soccer fans for the biggest sporting event on the planet. Kansas City has been named a host city for the FIFA World Cup in 2026, joining a select group of 16 cities across the United States, Mexico and Canada and setting the stage for an international appraisement of Arrowhead Stadium, one of the Midwest’s premier athletic facilities.
Dive Deeper with Our Missouri Sports Facilities Highlights
Branson, MO
Food lovers, live entertainment goers, outdoor adventurers and thrill-seekers alike should look no further than Branson for an experience that will exceed all their sporting needs.
- Colton Pieper
- (417) 243-2130
- cpieper@bransoncvb.com
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BALLPARKS OF AMERICA
Sports: Baseball, Softball
Take your next tournament or sporting event to the Ballparks of America, a sprawling 1.2-million-square-foot campus composed of five replica Major League ballparks to give young athletes an experience similar to the pros. Each field is a 2/3 replica of a famous MLB ballpark, featuring synthetic turf, professional scoreboards, sports lighting, sunken dugouts and reclaimed seats to mimic the big league stadiums of St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City, Boston and Brooklyn. The team clubhouses are just like those of Major League Baseball, with air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, private showers and personal, pro-style lockers. Additional amenities include generous amounts of free parking, concession stands located in prime areas of the campus, a restaurant and ice cream shop, restrooms, on-site photography services, plenty of outdoor picnic tables, and a pro shop with bats and merchandise. Ballparks of America hosts numerous tournaments including the 2023 Memorial Day Classic (10U, 11U, 12u), the 2023 Summer Kickoff (13U), the 2023 Fathers Day Classic (13U) and Babe Ruth League’s Cal Ripken Major/70 World Series.
BRANSON RECPLEX
Sports: Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Swimming, Track, Volleyball
This impressive 35-acre recreation facility is a multipurpose sports complex that combines recreation fitness and sports in one convenient location. The 44,000-square-foot recreation center includes two gymnasiums for basketball and volleyball that are full-sized and features a wood floor and bleacher seating, electronic scoreboards and a divider curtain; a 7,500-square foot fitness center with top-notch exercise equipment; a three-lane indoor track and concessions as well as locker rooms, a 2,000-square-foot community room with a dividing wall, projector screen, service bar and kitchen; and a 450-square-foot party room with a TV and Xbox. Outside, visitors will find a 12,249-square-foot aquatic center with a leisure pool, water slides, lap lanes and a diving well. The baseball/softball complex features two 300’ ballfields, two 200’ ballfields, batting cages, entry/ticket facilities, concessions, restrooms and 200-person bleacher seating per field. There are also several multi-use soccer fields capable of supporting two adult fields or four youth fields.
Hilton Branson Convention Center
Sports: Cheer, Dance, Wrestling, Archery, Cornhole, Pickleball
With a sprawling 48,000 square feet of versatile space, from futsal to cheerleading, cornhole to wrestling, your athletic dreams come to life here. Built in 2007 and resting at the heart of the $420 million Branson Landing development is this planner, exhibitor, and attendee’s dream. The Branson Convention Center is a high-tech architectural gem offering over 220,000 exceptional square feet of usable space, including one exhibit hall totaling 48,000 square feet attached to a 22,703 square foot ballroom. Meeting space includes 14 flexible breakout rooms all within proximity to the ballroom and exhibit hall. The venue is directly connected to the Hilton Convention Center Hotel, which contains an additional 3,000 square feet of space and over 290 guest rooms. Just across the street at Branson Landing, you’ll also find the Hilton Promenade — the smaller, boutique sister property of the Hilton Convention Center that offers yet another 1,800 square feet of available event space and 250 guest rooms.
Cape, MO
Experience a charming downtown with great food, shopping and the beautiful Mississippi River.
- Joshua Robison
- (573) 335-1631
- jrobison@visitcape.com
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Cape Girardeau Sportsplex
Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading
This sportsplex features six basketball courts that convert into 12 volleyball courts and two turf fields. It also offers full-service concessions during tournaments and youth league play. The facility has a dining area and lounge to help enjoy your meal. The sportsplex stands out because of the court space it offers under one roof as well as the proximity to the interstate. It also features on-site parking.
Shawnee Park Sports Complex
Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Football
The Shawnee Park Sports Complex consists of eight lighted 300-foot softball fields with scoreboards, covered dugouts, water fountains, changing rooms, restrooms, three complete concession facilities, and 12 soccer fields, including three lighted tournament fields. It also sports two football fields. It has on-site parking, three full-service concession stands and is one of the biggest outdoor facilities in the region.
Show Me Center
Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cheerleading, MMA
Due to its unique design, the Show Me Center is versatile enough to stage multiple events simultaneously, and flexible enough to host a rodeo one evening and basketball game the next. It is this dedication to quality client service and support that sets the Show Me Center apart from its competition. The main floor is 36,000-sq-ft and can be easily configured for an organizers needs. It also offers a full service concessions as well as catering options for events. On-site parking is also available.
St. Joseph, MO
From a world-class art museum to a renowned symphony orchestra, it’s easy to find an event or experience that’s perfect for you in St. Joseph.
- (816) 233-6688
- sportscommisssion@stjomo.com
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Civic Arena
Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, indoor football, trade show space, etc.
The Civic Arena is the perfect size for small college and high school sporting events as it seats 3,200. The arena has also undergone a complete aesthetics renovation recently to include a new LED scoreboard with ring, LED scorers tables, lighting, sound, seat replacement, court sanding, and a restroom renovation along with interior/exterior painting. Most recently, Civic Arena hosted the 2023 & 2024 NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball National Championship and is the new home to the Missouri State High School Activities Association Girls Volleyball Championship along with the MIAA Volleyball Championship.
Heritage Park Softball Complex
Sports: Softball
This five-field, skinned infield venue is perfect for all levels of fast pitch and slow pitch softball. The venue was named the ASA venue of the year in 2008, hosted the 2011 NCAA Division II Softball National Championship and the 2014 Missouri State High School Activities Association Girls State Softball Championship. The facility has ample space for warmup in between fields that is crucial for mutli-field, multi-game tournaments and also important for fan safety with foul balls going out of play. Heritage Park also features and fully covered, centered within the facility pavilion for up to 100 patrons to take cover for shade or inclement weather.
Spratt Stadium Complex
Sports: Football, Soccer, Lacrosse
The Spratt Stadium Complex on the campus of Missouri Western State University is the home to the school’s football, soccer and lacrosse programs in addition to the Summer Training Camp home of the Kansas City Chiefs. Spratt Stadium features a seating capacity of 7,200, lighting, a 2,500-square- foot LED video board and spacious pavilion named after college football legend Bill Snyder. In all, four 100-yard football fields are located on the sight (two turf, two grass) which could be converted to multiple soccer or lacrosse fields in addition to football. Also on site is the Griffon Indoor Sports Complex which houses one of the turf football fields in addition to meeting space and weight training area.
Maryland Heights, MO
Maryland Heights’ proximity to St. Louis allows visitors to enjoy major league games, while also participating in youth and amateur sports tournaments and events locally at top-notch facilities.
- Laura Brahan
- (314) 374-5209
- laura@visitmarylandheights.org
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Centene Community Ice Center
Sports: Ice hockey, ice skating and more ice sports
Centene Community Ice Center has four sheets of ice, including an event center with a 2,500-seat capacity, two additional indoor sheets and a covered outdoor rink. One of the additional indoor ice sheets serves as the St. Louis Blues’ official practice center. The ice center also has a training and rehab facility, an off-ice hockey skills development center as well as concessions and retail shops. Along with NCAA ice hockey, the center also has recreational leagues and clubs, in-house training and learn-to-skate programs.
Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex
Sports: Soccer and more outdoor sports
This large sports complex contains 13 synthetic turf fields, 11 of which are lighted, including a standalone championship field with permanent seating for up to 500 spectators. Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex also features two smaller sized natural grass fields for youth play and practices. The complex also has ample concessions, restrooms and lighted parking areas.
Lou Fusz Soccer Complex
Sports: Soccer, lacrosse, rugby, field hockey and more outdoor sports
Lou Fusz Soccer Complex provides 12 multipurpose fields, two of which are grass and the rest featuring a synthetic grass surface. The complex also includes the Back Post Grill & Tap, a team store, pavilion and ample parking. The fields are capable of hosting just about any outdoor sport from soccer to lacrosse and more.
Joplin, MO
Ideal for athletes striving for excellence and fans eager for thrilling sports action, Joplin’s outstanding venues provide unforgettable experiences that cater to all sporting passions.
- Shaun Buck
- (417) 625-1006
- shaun@joplinsports.org
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LEGGETT AND PLATT ATHLETIC CENTER
Sports: Basketball, volleyball, track and field
Completed in the fall of 1999, the Leggett and Platt Athletic Center serves as the dynamic home for Missouri Southern State University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams. This impressive 80,000-square-foot facility features a wooden parquet main court surrounded by over 3,200 individual chairback seats, ensuring an intimate yet energetic atmosphere for fans. Encircling the basketball floor is the six-lane, 200-meter Mercy Track, which provides an indoor haven for track and field athletes and regularly hosts top-tier events like the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Championships. The center’s versatility is enhanced by two synthetic courts on either end of the main court, making it ideal for volleyball competitions as well. Additional amenities include the Freeman Fitness Center—equipped with state-of-the-art weight training and athletic facilities—coaches’ offices, locker rooms, and classrooms, all contributing to a comprehensive athletic experience.
JOE BECKER STADIUM
Sports: Baseball
Steeped in rich baseball history, Joe Becker Stadium has been a cornerstone of Joplin since its original construction in 1913. Once the home of the Joplin Miners, a minor league affiliate of the New York Yankees where legends like Whitey Herzog and Mickey Mantle played, the stadium exudes a timeless charm. A significant $4.7 million renovation in 2014 revitalized the venue, introducing modern amenities such as new lighting, stadium-style seating for 4,200 spectators, renovated restrooms, locker rooms, team dugouts, and the addition of concession stands and merchandise areas. The infield now boasts a cutting-edge turf playing surface, while the outfield retains its traditional grass, offering the best of both worlds for players and fans alike. Despite surviving two fires in its history—in 1936 and 1971—Joe Becker Stadium continues to thrive as the home of the Joplin Outlaws of the summer collegiate MINK League, hosting various college and high school teams and keeping its storied baseball legacy alive.
TOM RUTLEDGE CROSS COUNTRY COURSE
Sports: Cross country
Named in honor of the legendary coach Tom Rutledge, this cross country course is a premier destination for runners seeking a challenging track and picturesque environment. Featuring a unique 5K grass loop that concludes just south of the starting line, athletes finish through a charming archway inscribed with “MSSU Cross Country,” adding a memorable touch to every race. The course has a distinguished history of hosting high-profile events, including multiple NCAA Division II National Championships in 1999, 2007, 2012, and 2015, as well as numerous NCAA regional and Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Championships. It is also the annual site of the First to the Finish Southern Stampede, one of the Midwest’s largest high school and college cross country meets. With its exceptional design and facilities, the Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course offers an unparalleled experience for both athletes and spectators.
Springfield, MO
Emerging as a top destination for sports tourism, Springfield, Missouri, offers a mix of amateur and professional events of all sizes that draw visitors year-round.
- Stan Adams
- 417-881-5300 ext. 109
- stan@springfieldmo.org
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Wilson Logistics Arena
Sports: Arena football, BMX, rodeos and more indoor sports and events
Wilson Logistics Arena is a new facility that opened in January 2024 and is located on the same property with an additional 84,000-square-foot indoor facility. Home to The Arena League (TAL)’s Ozarks Lunkers six-on-six American football team, it has been affectionately nicknamed “The Tackle Box.” The 164,000-square-foot concrete floor features 6,400 retractable seats. Amenities include on-site concession stands and a full-time restaurant. The arena has also hosted the USA BMX National Championship Series and rodeos.
Betty and Bobby Allison Sports Town
Sports: Basketball, volleyball, soccer and more indoor and outdoor sports
The 82-acre Allison Sports Town is an indoor and outdoor complex that can host any type of sporting event. The complex offers 12 outdoor, professionally maintained multipurpose fields, including four turf fields that allow for all-weather play. The 94,000-square-foot indoor facility is home to four high school-regulation basketball courts that can be converted into eight volleyball courts as well as two indoor soccer fields. Indoor and outdoor concessions are available as well as spaces for parties and meetings.
Cooper & Killian Sports Complex
Sports: Softball, baseball, tennis, soccer and more outdoor and indoor sports
This sports complex features two 1,200+seat championship stadiums and is home to the Missouri State University softball team. In addition to the stadiums, there are 11 lighted turfed baseball/softball fields, 18 lighted outdoor tennis courts and 12 indoor hard courts, 17 lighted multipurpose fields, eight of which are turf and nine grass, including a new soccer stadium and two additional indoor fields. Several annual state, regional and national softball tournaments are also hosted at the complex.
St. Charles, MO
Explore the historical river city of St. Charles and its beauty today.
- Chris Wilson
- (636) 255-6102
- cwilson@discoverstcharles.com
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Hyland Arena
Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, Gymnastics, Cheer, Dance
Nestled within the beautiful campus of Division I Lindenwood University, Hyland Arena is utilized for many different types of competitions including basketball, volleyball, wrestling, gymnastics, cheer, and dance. With a capacity of 3,270 seats along with a brand-new state-of-the art digital scoreboard on the way, Hyland Arena provides the ideal set-up for championship events!
Saint Peters Rec-Plex
Sports: Skating, Hockey
Having celebrated its 30-year anniversary in 2024, The Saint Peters Rec-Plex is still one of the premier multi-use facilities in the Midwest. The facility features a world-class, Olympic-sized natatorium (with a seating capacity of around 1300), three NHL-size ice rinks (with seating capacities ranging from 450-1200), and court space.
CarShield Field
Sports: Baseball, Soccer
CarShield Field is home to the O’Fallon Hoots of the Prospect League, but it also hosts a number of other events including baseball tournaments and soccer leagues. The facility boasts an all-synthetic turf surface, and it has a seating capacity of over 5,000. With ample parking, lighting, concessions, and a close proximity to the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, which features seven diamonds of its own, CarShield Field is a home run for events.
Kansas City
As a vibrant hub for sports tourism, Kansas City, Missouri, offers a rich blend of professional and youth sporting events supported by its passionate fanbase and superb facilities.
- Becky Harsch
- (816) 691-3823
- bharsch@visitkc.com
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Kansas City Convention Center
Sports: Wrestling, martial arts, cheer and dance and more indoor sports and events
Located in the heart of downtown KC, the 800,000-square-foot Kansas City Convention Center has multiple options for any type of indoor sporting event. Along with an arena that can seat 10,700 people, there is 388,800 square feet of column-free exhibit space on one floor, a 200,000-square-foot conference center, 48 meeting rooms, a 2,400-seat fine arts theater and more. The center is Certified LEED Silver, with amenities that include LED scoreboards, concessions, connected parking, an outdoor festival plaza, 5,000 hotel rooms located within one mile and more.
T-Mobile Center
Sports: Basketball, ice hockey, volleyball and more indoor sports and events
Home to the Big 12 men’s basketball tournament and many more major sporting events, T-Mobile Center is a large arena capable of hosting just about any indoor sport. The arena seats over 19,000, depending on the event, such as 18,972 for basketball games and 17,544 for ice hockey, along with 72 suites. Amenities include concessions, top-notch locker rooms and dressing rooms, LED scoreboard, ribbon boards, green room, on-site parking and more.
CPKC Stadium
Sports: Soccer and outdoor events
Located in Berkely Riverfront Park in downtown KC, CPKC Stadium is the first-ever stadium built that’s dedicated to a women’s professional sports team, the Kansas City Current of the National Women’s Soccer league (NWSL). Opened in 2024, the stadium seats 11,500 people on a seven-acre site that’s perfect for leisurely walks, bike rides and more with beautiful views of both urban and natural settings.
Lake of the Ozarks
Spanning 54,000 acres with over 1,150 miles of shoreline, Lake of the Ozarks is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Known as one of the top fisheries in the country, it hosts fishing tournaments, boat races and wakeboarding competitions.
- Lagina Fitzpatrick
- (573) 348-1599
- lagina@funlake.com
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BALLPARKS NATIONAL
Sports: Baseball, softball
Nestled off of Highway 54 between Macks Creek and Camdenton, Ballparks National is a state-of-the-art youth baseball and fastpitch softball complex. Featuring eight all-turf fields, this privately-owned facility ensures games proceed rain or shine—only 10 games have ever been rained out since its inception. Teams from 19 different states have competed here, drawn by the high-quality facilities and the allure of the nearby Lake of the Ozarks, the number one recreational lake in the nation. Beyond sparkling diamonds, Ballparks National provides a unique dining experience with authentic BBQ and high-quality food and beverage options that far surpass typical ballpark fare. From March through October, the complex hosts both weekend and weeklong tournaments for baseball teams aged 8 to 13 and softball teams aged 8 to 18, making it a bustling hub for youth sports. Players and families can also enjoy the myriad recreational activities the lake has to offer, from boating and fishing to exploring the scenic shoreline.
MISSOURI TRAPSHOOTERS ASSOCIATION HOME GROUNDS
Sports: Trapshooting
Located in Linn Creek at 51 Trapshooters Road—a dazzlingly appropriate address—the Missouri Trap Shooters Association (MTA) Home Grounds is the second-largest trapshooting facility in the world. Dating back to the early 1900s, when it was known as the Federation of Missouri Trapshooters, the MTA has a rich history of preserving this time-honored sport. Open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM, with extended hours until 8 PM on Thursdays, the facility boasts 60 traps and upholds the original traditions of trapshooting. This Olympic sport, with strong roots in the Midwest, focuses on shotgun skills distinct from those at typical shooting ranges. While the use of shotguns sets trapshooting apart, the skills developed are as valuable and challenging as when the sport originated in the late-18th century. Amenities include picnic areas, campgrounds, and electric hookups, making it ideal for both day visitors and overnight guests.
Golf courses
Sports: Golf
Lake of the Ozarks boasts 14 championship golf courses, each routed through a combination of forests, water and elevations carved and the rolling hills that will challenge any game, from weekend duffer to low-handicapper.
St. Louis Sports Commission
Urban explorer, outdoor adventurer, aficionado of family fun – no matter your travel persona, you’ll find plenty to do in St. Louis this fall.
- Coeil O’Connell
- (314) 345-5100
- coconnell@stlsports.org
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Enterprise Center
Sports: Hockey, Ice Shows
Enterprise Center is one of the finest sports and entertainment complexes in the country, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment and an unprecedented commitment to quality and service. The home of the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club, Enterprise Center seats up to 22,000 and also features a full range of arena programming, including concerts, ice shows, family shows and other sporting events.
CITYPARK
Sports: Soccer
Home of St. Louis CITY SC, the 32-acre CITYPARK stadium district is the largest urban professional sports campus in the U.S. and the only one with a stadium, team headquarters, team store and practice facility all within the same footprint. The 22,423-capacity stadium has been voted one of the best soccer venues in the country.
The Dome at America’s Center
Sports: Motocross, Monster truck rallies
The Dome at America’s Center has played host to a wide range of events from trade shows and exhibitions to large-scale amateur and professional sports, concerts, motorcross races, monster truck rallies and more. The facility’s imaginative engineering and architectural design, along with its physical connection to the rest of the America’s Center convention complex, allows The Dome to be easily transformed from exhibition space to field to concert and event venue.
Explore St. Louis
Explore – St. Louis showcases a rich array of professional and collegiate sports
- Gary Schurk
- (314) 992-0629
- gschurk@explorestlouis.com
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America’s Center Convention Complex
Sports: Volleyball, Gymnastics, Wrestling, Cheer And Dance And More
Located in the heart of Downtown St. Louis, America’s Center offers a dynamic range of facilities to accommodate a variety of sports events. With over 574,000 square feet of flexible space, any event including high-flying gymnastics competitions to hard-hitting wrestling matches, can be transformed to fit all needs.
The Dome at America’s Center
Sports: Football, Motocross, Monster Jam
The Dome at America’s Center is a versatile venue capable of hosting a wide array of events and can seat over 67,000. From large-scale trade shows and exhibitions to thrilling motocross races and monster truck rallies, this facility can adapt to suit any occasion. Its innovative design and prime location within the America’s Center convention complex make it a premier destination for sports, entertainment, and corporate events.
Busch Stadium
Sports: Baseball And More Outdoor Sports And Events
Busch Stadium is home to Major League Baseball’s St. Louis Cardinals, offering beautiful views of the city, including the famous Gateway Arch. The stadium features a capacity of 46,000, with 3,706 club seats and 61 luxury suites. Along with top-notch amenities like lighting, concessions, on-site parking and more, the stadium is complimented by the Ballpark Village, built on the site of the Cardinals’ old stadium. The village has shops, a fitness center and Budweiser Brew House, just to name a few places to enjoy.
Columbia, MO
From festivals to food and scenic escapes to shopping, you’ll find something perfectly unexpected in Colombia.
- Megan McConachie
- (573) 441-5572
- Megan.McConachie@como.gov
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Gans Creek Recreation Area
Sports: Cross-Country, Soccer
Gans Creek Recreation Area features a dedicated Cross-Country Course with permanent timing tours, concessions, onsite and nearby parking, permanent finish line structure, media/race HQ building and a spectator berm overlooking course. It also sports five high quality natural grass soccer fields.
Columbia Sports Fieldhouse
Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Pickleball
Columbia Sports Fieldhouse is home to four basketball/volleyball courts, 12 pickleball courts, hardwood floors, bathrooms, concessions, onsite and nearby parking, meeting and office space, above court viewing area, court level loading/unloading area and moveable bleachers. It will double in size to eight courts with 24 pickleball courts after an expansion in May 2025.
Mizzou Arena
Sports: Basketball
Home to Missouri men’s and women’s basketball, Mizzou Arena produces one of the country’s top home-court venues thanks to state-of-the-art training facilities and locker rooms, and a full-length practice gym which is open to Tigers student-athletes 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It has a seating capacity of 15,000 with ADA seating accommodations, club seating in 24 suites totaling 1,000 total, a hospitality room, concessions, team store, loading bay, practice gym, box office and multiple parking lots nearby.
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