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About John W. Pope Convocation Center
The John W. Pope Convocation Center, known as Gore Arena, sits at the heart of Campbell University's campus in Buies Creek, NC. A 109,000-square-foot, on-campus multi-purpose arena, it's built to host a range of events from collegiate basketball and volleyball to graduations and large campus convocations. We’ve got you with straightforward ticketing and essential venue details to help you plan your visit.
Capacity and layout are designed for comfort and accessibility. Baseball and court events share the arena floor, while surrounding seating provides clear sightlines for every section. For questions about specific seating, refer to the Campbell Athletics seating chart.
Whether you’re attending a Campbell basketball game, a wrestling meet, a graduation ceremony, or a big campus event, the Pope Convocation Center is equipped to deliver a solid audience experience. Parking is available behind the arena on a first-come, first-served basis in a dedicated 500-car lot. Accessible entrances and on-site staff help guide guests to their seats and event spaces. For travelers, Buies Creek offers a handful of lodging and dining options—preferentially through affiliate partners—to ensure you find convenient stays and meals close to campus.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity for basketball: 3,095 seats (all chair back).
- Convocation/Graduation capacity: up to 4,000.
- Location/address: Campbell University campus, Buies Creek, at Main Street and Leslie Campbell Avenue; mailing address on campus is 143 Main Street, Buies Creek, NC 27506.
- Venue type: Gore Arena, a 109,000-square-foot, on‑campus multi‑purpose arena (basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and events).
- Parking: Behind the arena; no reserved parking; first-come, first-served; a 500‑car lot behind the Convocation Center.
- Notable events hosted: Campbell basketball/volleyball/wrestling, 2016 Big South Conference men's basketball tournament (and 2019 quarterfinals/semifinals), and university convocations/graduations.
- Seating chart: Gore Arena seating is documented as 3,095 seats; detailed seating layouts are available from Campbell Athletics.
- Nearby hotels: Microtel Inn & Suites (Lillington), Hampton Inn Dunn, Days Inn Dunn, Comfort Inn Dunn, Baymont Inn Dunn, etc.