The McDermott Convocation Center is a versatile on-campus arena at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in San Antonio. With a seating capacity of 2,000 for basketball and volleyball, this multi-purpose venue hosts UIW Cardinals men’s and women’s basketball, women’s volleyball, commencements, convocations, and a variety of university and community events. Whether you’re heading to a game, a ceremony, or a special campus event, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Browse available tickets with confidence and secure your seats through trusted vendors. For the best results, consult the interactive seating charts offered by vendors like Ticket IQ and Vivid Seats to find the right view for you.

Parking is convenient with an on-campus garage adjacent to the center, including accessible spaces. If you’re arriving by public transit, VIA Metropolitan Transit serves the surrounding area, offering multiple routes to UIW. For visitors staying overnight, UIW lists several on-site and nearby lodging options, including Drury, Embassy Suites, and Fairmount, among others. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner hotels and dining options to simplify your planning. If you need accommodations or restaurant suggestions, we’ll point you to trusted partners for a smooth, hassle-free experience.

Venue details: McDermott Convocation Center is on the UIW campus at 4301 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209. Capacity, seating configurations, and accessibility are designed to support athletics, ceremonies, and large campus events with flexible floor layouts to suit each occasion.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 2,000 spectators for basketball/volleyball (four rows of theater-style seating noted by UIW facilities).
Address: 4301 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209.
Venue type: Multi-purpose arena/convocation center on the UIW campus; home to UIW Cardinals basketball and volleyball; also used for ceremonies and events.
Seating chart: On-site seating configured to seat 2,000; interactive seating charts available via ticket vendors (e.g., Ticket IQ/Vivid Seats).
Parking: On-campus parking garage adjacent to the center with accessible spaces; campus parking map available from UIW police.
Transit: VIA Metropolitan Transit serves the area.
Nearby hotels: Several UIW-side lodging options listed by UIW (Drury, Embassy Suites, Fairmount, etc.).
Notable events hosted: UIW men’s and women’s basketball, women’s volleyball, commencements and convocations, and various university/community events.