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About Pete Mathews Coliseum

Welcome to Pete Mathews Coliseum, the indoor multi-purpose arena on the Jacksonville State University campus. With a current seating capacity of 3,500 since the 2015 renovation, the venue hosts men’s and women’s basketball, as well as women’s volleyball. Opened in 1974 and refreshed in 2015 (chair-back seating and new flooring) with further improvements after 2018 tornado repairs, Pete Mathews Coliseum remains a central hub for Gamecock athletics and community events.

Whether you're catching a competitive JSU home game, a regional tournament, or a university ceremony, we've got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and local lodging and dining options to make your visit easy and enjoyable.

Parking is available in front of the Coliseum off Highway 204, with accessible spaces near the north and south entrances. Some lots may be reserved for staff or foundation use. For transit, JSU offers convenient campus options including the Gamecock Express bus and jsuRIDE on-demand service to help you reach events without hassle. When planning your stay, consider nearby hotels such as Hampton Inn Jacksonville and other lodging listed for JSU events. Local dining options nearby provide a quick, satisfying pre- or post-event meal. If you’re visiting for Calhoun County tournaments, regional basketball events, or JSU commencements, Pete Mathews Coliseum is a reliable venue with a long-standing track record of hosting quality events without disruption.

Tips: secure your seats early for popular matchups, arrive with time to park, and check the JSU Athletics seating chart for your preferred area before you go. For updates or changes, we’ll keep you informed with clear, factual details.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 3,500 (Fall 2015–present; previously 5,300 before the 2015 renovation).
  • Opened: 1974; Renovated: 2015 (seating updated to chair-back seating, new floor) with additional improvements after the 2018 tornado repairs.
  • Venue type: indoor multi-purpose arena on the JSU campus; hosts men’s and women’s basketball and women’s volleyball.
  • Address: commonly listed as 775 Park Ave NW, Jacksonville, AL 36265; JSU mailing address is 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, AL 36265 (address discrepancies exist among sources).
  • Seating chart: official JSU Athletics site provides a seating chart for Pete Mathews Coliseum.
  • Parking: general public parking in front of the Coliseum off Highway 204; accessible parking near the north/south entrances; some lots reserved for staff or foundation use.
  • Transit: JSU offers campus transit options for events, including the Gamecock Express bus and the jsuRIDE on-demand service.
  • Nearby hotels: examples include Hampton Inn Jacksonville (1041 JD-L Drive SW, Jacksonville, AL 36265) and other nearby lodging listed for JSU events.
  • Notable events hosted: Jacksonville State University basketball and volleyball games; Calhoun County boys/girls basketball tournaments; Northeast Regional Basketball Tournament (AHSAA); university graduation ceremonies.
  • Renaming/demolition: The venue has not been demolished or renamed.