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Cassell Coliseum, opened in 1962, primarily serves as the home venue for Virginia Tech's football and baseball teams.
Answer: False
The primary athletic teams utilizing Cassell Coliseum are Virginia Tech's men's and women's basketball, wrestling, and volleyball teams, not football or baseball.
The arena commonly referred to as "the Coliseum" before its dedication was known as VPI Coliseum between 1962 and 1977.
Answer: True
Prior to its formal dedication, the arena was commonly known as "the Coliseum" and specifically operated under the name VPI Coliseum from 1962 to 1977.
Cassell Coliseum was built to replace the much larger Roanoke Civic Center.
Answer: False
Cassell Coliseum was constructed to replace the War Memorial Gymnasium, which was a considerably smaller facility, not the Roanoke Civic Center.
During the first basketball game at Cassell Coliseum, spectators sat on newly installed plush seating.
Answer: False
During the inaugural basketball game on January 3, 1962, spectators had to sit on bare concrete risers as the seats had not yet been installed.
The War Memorial Gymnasium, replaced by Cassell Coliseum, was a larger facility designed for major collegiate events.
Answer: False
The War Memorial Gymnasium, superseded by Cassell Coliseum, functioned as a smaller venue catering to Virginia Tech's athletic requirements, signifying the necessity for expanded facilities.
When did Cassell Coliseum officially open its doors for its first basketball game?
Answer: January 3, 1962
Cassell Coliseum commenced operations in 1962, hosting its inaugural basketball game on January 3, 1962.
What was the name of the arena from 1962 to 1977 before it was formally dedicated as Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: VPI Coliseum
During the period spanning 1962 to 1977, Cassell Coliseum was identified as VPI Coliseum.
What facility did Cassell Coliseum replace at Virginia Tech?
Answer: The War Memorial Gymnasium.
The War Memorial Gymnasium, superseded by Cassell Coliseum, functioned as a smaller venue catering to Virginia Tech's athletic requirements, signifying the necessity for expanded facilities.
What unusual situation occurred during the very first game played at Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: Spectators had to sit on bare concrete risers as seats were not yet installed.
An unusual circumstance marked the inaugural game on January 3, 1962: spectators were required to occupy bare concrete risers due to the incomplete installation of seating.
The initial construction cost for Cassell Coliseum was $2.7 million, which equates to approximately $28.1 million in 2024 dollars.
Answer: True
The initial construction expenditure for Cassell Coliseum amounted to $2.7 million. When adjusted for inflation to the year 2024, this sum approximates $28.1 million.
Cassell Coliseum initially had a seating capacity of around 10,000 spectators upon its opening.
Answer: True
At the time of its inauguration, Cassell Coliseum accommodated an approximate seating capacity of 10,000 spectators.
The seating capacity of Cassell Coliseum has remained exactly 10,000 since its opening in 1962.
Answer: False
The seating capacity of Cassell Coliseum has undergone modifications throughout its operational history, changing from the initial approximately 10,000 spectators.
The playing surface inside Cassell Coliseum is made of synthetic turf.
Answer: False
The playing surface within Cassell Coliseum is constructed from hardwood.
Cassell Coliseum is located at 37°13′20″N 80°25′8″W.
Answer: True
The geographic coordinates associated with Cassell Coliseum are 37°13′20″N and 80°25′8″W.
The seating capacity for basketball games at Cassell Coliseum is currently listed as 9,847.
Answer: False
For the period encompassing 2020 to the present, Cassell Coliseum possesses a seating capacity of 8,925 for basketball games.
In which U.S. state and city is Cassell Coliseum located?
Answer: Blacksburg, Virginia
Cassell Coliseum is situated in Blacksburg, Virginia, United States.
What was the approximate construction cost of Cassell Coliseum, adjusted for inflation to 2024?
Answer: $28.1 million
The initial construction expenditure for Cassell Coliseum amounted to $2.7 million. When adjusted for inflation to the year 2024, this sum approximates $28.1 million.
What was the seating capacity of Cassell Coliseum when it first opened in 1962?
Answer: Approximately 10,000
At the time of its inauguration, Cassell Coliseum accommodated an approximate seating capacity of 10,000 spectators.
What material constitutes the playing surface within Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: Hardwood
The playing surface within Cassell Coliseum is constructed from hardwood.
What is the street address of Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: 675 Washington Street, SW, Blacksburg, VA
Cassell Coliseum is situated at 675 Washington Street, SW, in Blacksburg, Virginia.
What was the seating capacity of Cassell Coliseum between 2004 and 2018?
Answer: 9,847
During the interval spanning 2004 through 2018, Cassell Coliseum maintained a seating capacity of 9,847.
Stuart K. Cassell was honored for his role as the head football coach at Virginia Tech when the arena was dedicated.
Answer: False
Stuart K. Cassell was honored for his service as a former school business manager, the first Vice President of Administration at Virginia Tech, and his significant support for the arena's construction, not for being a head football coach.
Carneal and Johnston were responsible for the general contracting of Cassell Coliseum.
Answer: False
Carneal and Johnston were the architects responsible for the design of Cassell Coliseum; the general contractor was T.C. Brittain and Company.
In 2015, Carilion Clinic acquired naming rights for the entire Cassell Coliseum complex.
Answer: False
In August 2015, Carilion Clinic acquired the naming rights for the arena's court, not the entire complex, for a 10-year period.
The naming rights agreement for the court at Cassell Coliseum with Carilion Clinic is set to expire in 2025.
Answer: True
The naming rights agreement secured by Carilion Clinic for the court at Cassell Coliseum extends for a period of ten years, commencing in December 2015, thus expiring in 2025.
The court at Cassell Coliseum is officially named the "Carilion Court at Virginia Tech."
Answer: False
Subsequent to the establishment of the naming rights agreement, the court is officially designated as the "Virginia Tech Carilion Court at Cassell Coliseum."
Who operates Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: Virginia Tech
Cassell Coliseum is operated by Virginia Tech.
For which of the following reasons was Stuart K. Cassell honored with the dedication of the arena?
Answer: He served as the first Vice President of Administration and supported the arena's construction.
Stuart K. Cassell's contributions meriting the arena's dedication included his prior service as school business manager, his position as the inaugural Vice President of Administration at Virginia Tech, and his substantial advocacy and support for the arena's construction.
Who was the general contractor responsible for building Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: T.C. Brittain and Company
The architectural design for Cassell Coliseum was undertaken by Carneal and Johnston, with T.C. Brittain and Company fulfilling the role of the general contractor.
What naming rights agreement was established in August 2015 concerning Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: The court was named the 'Virginia Tech Carilion Court' for 10 years.
An agreement established in August 2015 granted Carilion Clinic the naming rights for the arena's court for a duration of ten years, with an annual valuation of $500,000.
What is the annual financial value of the naming rights deal for the court at Cassell Coliseum with Carilion Clinic?
Answer: $500,000
The annual financial valuation of the naming rights agreement between Carilion Clinic and Cassell Coliseum is $500,000.
On January 10, 1983, Cassell Coliseum hosted a game where Virginia Tech defeated the number one ranked Memphis State Tigers.
Answer: True
On January 10, 1983, the Virginia Tech men's basketball team achieved a significant upset by defeating the top-ranked Memphis State Tigers with a score of 69-56.
Virginia Tech's victory over Duke on February 17, 2005, was their first win against the Blue Devils since 1966.
Answer: True
Virginia Tech achieved a notable victory on February 17, 2005, defeating the 7th-ranked Duke Blue Devils 67-65. This marked the Hokies' first triumph over Duke since 1966.
In the January 13, 2007 game, Virginia Tech lost to the #1 ranked North Carolina Tar Heels despite a strong comeback attempt.
Answer: False
Contrary to the statement, Virginia Tech secured a victory against the AP No. 1 ranked North Carolina Tar Heels on January 13, 2007, with a final score of 94-88, despite North Carolina mounting a strong comeback attempt.
Virginia Tech secured a victory against UConn in the 2010 NIT tournament at Cassell Coliseum thanks to a late defensive stop.
Answer: True
Virginia Tech secured a 65-62 victory against UConn in the 2010 NIT second round at Cassell Coliseum on March 22, 2010. The win was clinched after a late jump shot provided the Hokies with the lead, followed by a defensive turnover that sealed the outcome.
The victory against #1 Duke on February 26, 2011, was the second time coach Seth Greenberg led the Hokies to an upset win against a top-ranked opponent.
Answer: False
The victory against #1 Duke on February 26, 2011, was the fourth time coach Seth Greenberg led the Hokies to an upset win against a number one ranked opponent.
The record attendance for Cassell Coliseum was set during a game against the Duke Blue Devils.
Answer: False
The record attendance for Cassell Coliseum, 11,500, was set during a game against Purdue on December 3, 1966, not against the Duke Blue Devils.
The first basketball game at Cassell Coliseum was won by the Virginia Tech Hokies against Alabama with a score of 91-67.
Answer: True
The inaugural basketball game hosted at Cassell Coliseum on January 3, 1962, concluded with a decisive 91-67 victory for the Virginia Tech Hokies over Alabama.
What significant upset occurred at Cassell Coliseum on January 10, 1983?
Answer: Virginia Tech defeated the #1 ranked Memphis State Tigers.
On January 10, 1983, the Virginia Tech men's basketball team achieved a significant upset by defeating the top-ranked Memphis State Tigers with a score of 69-56.
Which opponent did Virginia Tech defeat on February 17, 2005, marking a significant win during their inaugural ACC season?
Answer: Duke Blue Devils
Virginia Tech achieved a notable victory on February 17, 2005, defeating the 7th-ranked Duke Blue Devils 67-65. This marked the Hokies' first triumph over Duke since 1966 and occurred during Virginia Tech's inaugural season in the ACC.
What was the outcome of the January 13, 2007, game between Virginia Tech and the #1 ranked North Carolina Tar Heels?
Answer: Virginia Tech won 94-88, holding off a late comeback.
On January 13, 2007, Virginia Tech triumphed over the AP No. 1 ranked North Carolina Tar Heels with a score of 94-88. Despite a formidable comeback attempt by North Carolina, Virginia Tech successfully secured the win.
How did Virginia Tech achieve a close victory against UConn in the 2010 NIT tournament?
Answer: By forcing a turnover after taking the lead with a late jump shot.
Virginia Tech secured a 65-62 victory against UConn in the 2010 NIT second round at Cassell Coliseum on March 22, 2010. The win was clinched after a late jump shot provided the Hokies with the lead, followed by a defensive turnover that sealed the outcome.
What distinction did the February 26, 2011 victory over #1 Duke hold for Coach Seth Greenberg?
Answer: It was the fourth time his team had upset a number one ranked opponent.
The victory achieved by Virginia Tech against the top-ranked Duke Blue Devils on February 26, 2011, with a score of 64-60, represented the fourth instance of coach Seth Greenberg guiding the Hokies to an upset win over a number one ranked opponent.
What is the record attendance for Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: 11,500
The highest attendance figure recorded at Cassell Coliseum is 11,500, achieved during a contest against Purdue on December 3, 1966.
A fatal construction accident occurred at Cassell Coliseum on June 27, 1996, involving a roof collapse.
Answer: True
On June 27, 1996, a tragic construction incident resulted in the fatality of Dewey Wayne Duncan, who fell approximately 90 feet onto the coliseum floor following the collapse of a roof section upon which he was working.
Cassell Coliseum hosted a memorial service attended by President George W. Bush in response to the 2007 campus shootings.
Answer: True
Cassell Coliseum hosted a significant memorial convocation on April 17, 2007, in solemn response to the tragic campus shootings that transpired on the preceding day, with notable attendance by President George W. Bush and Laura Bush.
What tragic event occurred on June 27, 1996, related to Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: A construction worker fell to his death after a roof section collapsed.
On June 27, 1996, a tragic construction incident resulted in the fatality of Dewey Wayne Duncan, who fell approximately 90 feet onto the coliseum floor following the collapse of a roof section upon which he was working.
In April 2007, Cassell Coliseum was the site of a significant event related to what incident?
Answer: A memorial convocation following tragic campus shootings.
Cassell Coliseum hosted a significant memorial convocation on April 17, 2007. This event was convened in solemn response to the tragic campus shootings that transpired on the preceding day.
Recent upgrades to Cassell Coliseum include the installation of a new scoreboard and updated concession stands.
Answer: False
While a new sound system, refinished court surface, and new lighting fixtures are mentioned as recent upgrades, updated concession stands are not explicitly detailed in the provided information regarding recent renovations.
The replacement of wooden seats with larger plastic ones before the 2017-18 season led to an increase in Cassell Coliseum's seating capacity.
Answer: False
The replacement of wooden seats with larger plastic ones before the 2017-18 season led to a decrease in Cassell Coliseum's overall seating capacity.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a recent upgrade to Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: Installation of a new center-hung video scoreboard
While a new sound system, refinished court surface, and new lighting fixtures are mentioned as recent upgrades, the installation of a new center-hung video scoreboard is not explicitly detailed in all descriptions of recent renovations.
How did the seat replacement project initiated before the 2017-18 season affect the arena's capacity?
Answer: It led to a decrease in the overall seating capacity.
Prior to the 2017-18 season, a seat replacement initiative involved substituting half of the original wooden seating with larger plastic counterparts. This modification resulted in a reduction of the arena's overall seating capacity.
A decline in basketball attendance in the 1990s was attributed partly to the team's frequent conference changes and the football program's popularity.
Answer: True
During the 1990s, a decline in attendance was observed, attributed to the Virginia Tech Hokies men's basketball team's unstable conference affiliations and the pronounced success of the football program.
Fan support at Cassell Coliseum experienced a resurgence in the 2000s primarily due to a new coaching staff unrelated to conference changes.
Answer: False
Fan engagement experienced a resurgence in the 2000s, notably under the coaching tenure of Seth Greenberg and subsequent to Virginia Tech's transition into the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
The student section at Cassell Coliseum is known as the "Hokies Herd."
Answer: False
The student section at Cassell Coliseum is officially known as the "Cassell Guard."
Which factor contributed to a decline in Virginia Tech basketball attendance during the 1990s?
Answer: The men's basketball team lacked stable conference affiliation and the football program was highly successful.
During the 1990s, a decline in attendance was observed, attributed to the Virginia Tech Hokies men's basketball team's unstable conference affiliations and the pronounced success of the football program, which commanded greater public attention.
What led to a resurgence in fan support at Cassell Coliseum in the 2000s?
Answer: Coach Seth Greenberg's tenure and the team's move to the ACC.
Fan engagement experienced a resurgence in the 2000s, notably under the coaching tenure of Seth Greenberg and subsequent to Virginia Tech's transition into the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). This era contributed to cultivating a more formidable atmosphere for visiting teams within the Coliseum.
What is the official name of the student section at Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: The Cassell Guard
The designated student section within Cassell Coliseum is referred to as the "Cassell Guard."
What is the primary function of Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: A multi-purpose arena serving as the home venue for several Virginia Tech Hokies athletic teams.
Cassell Coliseum functions as a multi-purpose arena, serving as the principal home venue for multiple Virginia Tech Hokies athletic programs, specifically men's and women's basketball, wrestling, and volleyball.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a team utilizing Cassell Coliseum?
Answer: Virginia Tech Hokies Football
Cassell Coliseum hosts the Virginia Tech Hokies men's and women's basketball teams, the wrestling team, and the volleyball team. Football is not among the sports utilizing this venue.