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About Hooper Eblen Center
The Hooper Eblen Center is a multi-purpose arena on the Tennessee Tech University campus in Cookeville, Tennessee. With a basketball capacity of 9,282, the center hosts a variety of events—from college sports and concerts to ceremonies. Designed as a two-tier venue with cushioned chair-back seating, the exact public seating layout varies by event. Whether you're heading to a game, a concert, or a campus ceremony, we’ve got you covered with practical tips to secure your seats and navigate the venue like a local.
Located at 1100 McGee Boulevard, the Hooper Eblen Center sits on a pedestrian-friendly campus with convenient parking and campus transit options. If you’re planning a visit, check out nearby hotels and dining options to make your trip easy and enjoyable.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 9,282 seats for basketball (capacity can vary for other event types).
- Address: 1100 McGee Boulevard, Cookeville, TN 38501.
- Venue type: on-campus, multi-purpose arena on the Tennessee Tech University campus (basketball, volleyball, concerts, ceremonies).
- Seating/chart: two-tier seating with cushioned chair-back seats, typical basketball layout; exact public seating chart varies by event.
- Parking: large stadium lot between Hooper Eblen Center and Tucker Stadium; general gameday parking available (some lots may be restricted for permits during events).
- Transit: Tennessee Tech operates campus shuttles; visitors can use the PassioGo! app for shuttle information.
- Nearby hotels: multiple options near I-40 Exit 287 in Cookeville, including Comfort Suites Cookeville, Red Roof Inn Cookeville, TownePlace Suites, and others.
- Notable events hosted: Phoebe Snow opened the center in 1977; Alabama played the first sell-out concert in 1982 with 11,210 attendees; it has hosted the 2022 BlueCross Basketball Championships (TSSAA).