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The Melvin Price Convocation Center (MPCC) is a versatile on-campus athletic facility at McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois. Capacity is approximately 1,600 for basketball and related events, making it an intimate but energetic venue for college sports, community events, and University activities. The Harry M. Statham Sports Center lives within MPCC, drawing on a legacy of competitive excellence, including milestone moments from coach Harry Statham.

Whether you’re here to root on Bearcats teams or attend a special campus event, you’ll find straightforward parking, accessible transit options, and nearby lodging and dining to complete your visit.

What to expect at MPCC

  • Public seating follows a standard basketball configuration, with a flexible setup suitable for volleyball and wrestling events as needed.
  • On-campus parking includes the north MPCC lot adjacent to the intramural gym, plus additional north and south MPCC parking lots for easy access.
  • Transit options include Metro-Link service with campus stops in the Scott Air Force Base/Shiloh area and multiple daily stops, offering a convenient ride for local and regional attendees.

Melvin Price Convocation Center sits at 701 College Road, Lebanon, IL 62254. The venue’s on-campus location makes it easy to combine a game with a campus tour or an event at the Harry M. Statham Sports Center, preserving the historic spirit of McKendree University athletics. For fans and guests, MPCC is more than a gym—it’s a community hub where notable milestones in Bearcats history were celebrated, including coach Harry Statham’s 880th and 1,000th wins in milestones noted during MPCC events.

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Note on seating and dates: Seating configurations and event dates can vary by event type. Use the venue’s information and our listings to confirm the setup for your chosen date. If an event is RESCHEDULED, we will indicate as such: RESCHEDULED from its original date; for when dates are TBA, the date will show as Date to be announced.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: approximately 1,600-seat gym
  • Address: 701 College Road, Lebanon, IL 62254
  • Venue type: on-campus athletic facility (home to McKendree University volleyball, wrestling, and men's & women's basketball)
  • Seating chart: public seating chart is not publicly published; standard basketball configuration implied by the venue’s use
  • Parking: north MPCC lot adjacent to the intramural gym; additional north/south MPCC parking lots
  • Transit: Metro-Link service with campus stops (Scott Air Force Base/Shiloh area; multiple daily stops)
  • Nearby hotels: Drury Inn & Suites (O’Fallon and Fairview Heights), Baymont by Wyndham (O’Fallon), and other local lodging
  • Notable events hosted: MPCC opened in 1988; hosted Mark milestones for coach Harry Statham, including his 880th win (2004) and 1,000th win (2009)
  • Renamed/demolished: MPCC remains the Melvin Price Convocation Center; the facility houses the Harry M. Statham Sports Center within it