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About Apprentice Athletic Center
Welcome to the Apprentice Athletic Center, the on-campus gymnasium serving The Apprentice School’s men’s and women’s basketball programs and broader athletics operations. With a seating capacity of the best available price, this community-focused venue hosts competitive games and events in Newport News, Virginia. While there isn’t a publicly published seating chart, fans can view third-party interactive seating options for reference. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, getting there, and nearby lodging and dining that suit a range of preferences and budgets.
Whether you’re a local supporter or traveling for a game, secure your seats through our straightforward process. The Apprentice Athletic Center is conveniently located at 3101 Washington Ave for basketball activities and 3901 Marshall Ave for football and wrestling facilities, both in Newport News, VA. For visitors, reliable transit options exist via Hampton Roads Transit and Amtrak service in the area. If you’re planning an overnight stay, consider affiliated hotel partners near the venue that offer comfortable stays and easy access to events. And after the game, explore nearby dining and hospitality options that fit your schedule and taste preferences. We’ve put together trusted partner suggestions to help you plan a smooth visit to this historic campus venue.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 600-seat arena for The Apprentice School basketball teams.
- Addresses: Basketball arena at 3101 Washington Ave., Newport News, VA 23607; Football/Wrestling facility at 3901 Marshall Ave., Newport News, VA 23607.
- Venue type: On-campus athletic center gymnasium serving men’s and women’s basketball (and athletics operations).
- Seating chart: No official publicly published seating chart; third-party interactive seating charts are available (TickPick).
- Parking: Access to the Athletic Center via a parking gate in front of the office building; additional parking deck noted for events (e.g., 31st Street side, fifth-floor deck).
- Transit: Newport News is served by Hampton Roads Transit (bus) and Amtrak; transit options are available in the area.
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Newport News - Hampton (980 Omni Blvd, 23606); Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Coliseum Central (1999 Power Plant Pkwy, 23666); City Center Inn Newport News (945 J Clyde Morris Blvd, 23601).
- Notable events hosted: MLK Classic basketball tournaments (2014, 2015), Great Ships Classic basketball tournaments (2023–2025).
- Renamed/demolition notes: The venue remains The Apprentice Athletic Center; renovations have been planned for Building 601 (the center) but no demolition is indicated.