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About Dawn Tibbetts Potter Arena

Welcome to Dawn Tibbetts Potter Arena, a versatile indoor venue on the Hillsdale College campus in Hillsdale, Michigan. With a seating capacity of 2,500, this arena hosts a variety of athletic events, including basketball and volleyball, along with adjacent practice courts and athletic facilities. Whether you’re catching a game or attending a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan a smooth visit.

Note: The arena was renamed in April 2014 to honor Dawn Tibbetts Potter. The seating layout offers a 360-degree view around the main court, a feature highlighted in Hillsdale’s renovation materials. All tickets, parking, and nearby lodging are best secured through your trusted source for local events.

Parking is available in the Roche lot, commonly charged at the best available price for athletic events, with free parking when events are not in season. Transit options include Hillsdale College’s Campus Shuttle, which primarily serves students traveling to Detroit Metro Airport and regional train/bus stations; it is not advertised as a public venue shuttle. For visitors, consider nearby lodging such as the on-campus Dow Hotel and Conference Center, as well as Days Inn Hillsdale and Keefer House Hotel. Nearby dining options complete your visit, with affiliate partners frequently featured for convenience and value. If you’re planning a trip, secure your seats early and rely on us to help you navigate seating availability, parking, and nearby places to stay and eat.

Key events hosted here include NCAA Division II Volleyball Regionals (2006, 2010, 2011), GLIAC/MAC basketball tournaments (2012), and the G-MAC basketball tournament (2021). This makes Dawn Tibbetts Potter Arena a notable hub for college athletics in Hillsdale.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Roche Sports Complex, 201 Oak Street, Hillsdale, MI 49242 (on Hillsdale College campus).
  • Venue type: Indoor multipurpose arena for basketball and volleyball with adjacent practice courts and athletic facilities.
  • Capacity: 2,500 seats (official Hillsdale page lists Capacity: 2,500).
  • Seating chart: Public seating charts exist on third-party sites (e.g., TicketIQ); Hillsdale notes include 360-degree seating around the main court from the 2014 renovation press materials.
  • Parking: Roche lot parking historically charged for events ($5 during many athletic events); free parking when events are not in season.
  • Transit: Hillsdale College operates a Campus Shuttle (to Detroit Metro Airport and Jackson train/bus stations) primarily for students; not advertised as a public venue shuttle.
  • Nearby hotels: On-campus Dow Hotel and Conference Center; nearby options include Days Inn Hillsdale and Keefer House Hotel.
  • Notable events hosted: NCAA Division II Volleyball Regionals (2006, 2010, 2011); GLIAC/MAC basketball tournaments (2012); G-MAC basketball tournament (2021).
  • Renamed/demolished: Formerly Jesse Phillips Arena; renamed Dawn Tibbetts Potter Arena in April 2014; no demolition noted.