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Villanova’s Proposed Pavilion Renovations Look AWESOME
By Kyle Scott
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I wasn’t too bullish on a Pavilion reno that won’t increase seating capacity or raise that God awful roof. But new renderings released yetserday show off what Villanova has planned for the Finneran Pavilion (whose name I assume shall remain so long as its benefactor doesn’t shoot a wrestler), and I’ve got to admit, it looks good:
See the designs for the new Finneran Pavilion.
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— Villanova University (@VillanovaU) March 9, 2017
It seems they’re keeping the exposed wood beams but painting the ceiling white, adding a second level to the open area that doubles as a concourse behind the south stands (student section), building a court-level club area and new student seating under the north stands, and giving the disconnected concourse and seating bowl a more cohesive flow. It should be a great place to host one of the best programs in college basketball.
Pics after the jump.
Concourse facing the back of the student section:
A court-level luxury area featuring the Final Four court (!!!):
Jay Wright’s tailor is freaking out over those folded pant legs:
I guess no amount of renovations can improve the view from the top of the student section:
This actually looks like… an arena:
Pitt-like glass enclosures and student seating behind the north basket, and added seats in the corner behind the Villanova bench:
If they don’t call the area by the Veritas sign Truth Walk, they’re doing it wrong:
Now they just need to find a spot for the banners:
Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.