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About Swinney Recreation Center

The Swinney Recreation Center on the University of Missouri–Kansas City Volker Campus is a versatile on‑campus facility home to UMKC Roos basketball and volleyball. With a main competition court that seats up to 1,500, the center also houses four multipurpose courts for additional activities. Whether you’re here for a game, a tournament, or a community event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit in Kansas City.

Here’s what you need to know to secure your seats, find parking, and make the most of nearby lodging and dining options.

Note: Public seating maps for the main court are not broadly published online. For the best experience, arrive early to locate available seating, and consult our team for the latest venue guidance. The Swinney Recreation Center also houses the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, adding a historic dimension to UMKC’s home court experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 5030 Holmes St, Kansas City, Missouri 64110 (Volker Campus, UMKC).
  • Venue type: On‑campus university recreation/athletic facility (Campus Recreation; UMKC Roos home arena).
  • Capacity: 1,500 seats on the main competition court.
  • Seating/chart notes: Main court seating is 1,500; public seating maps are not prominently published online; the facility includes four multipurpose courts for other activities.
  • Parking: No free parking on UMKC campus; paid parking options exist (Cherry Street Parking Structure and metered areas) with campus recreation parking permits available for some spaces.
  • Transit: Accessible via local transit; public transit guidance commonly references RideKC and general maps (no dedicated on-site transit hub published).
  • Nearby hotels: Seville Plaza Hotel (1.3 miles), Marriott Country Club Plaza (near Main St), Embassy Suites by Hilton (near 43rd St).
  • Notable events hosted: Home to UMKC basketball/volleyball; National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame located within the facility.
  • Renamed/demolished: Formerly Swinney Gymnasium; renamed Swinney Recreation Center after a 1988 expansion; no demolition reported.