The Mountaineers have created a lot of memories in the facility, which opened in 1970. In 2016, the beloved arena is getting a much-needed facelift.
On Thursday, it was announced that the WVU Coliseum will receive $15 million in renovations.
From a release and Gazette-Mail, The project’s first phase will more than double the number of restrooms and widen the concourse, while a second phase will add additional arena seating for disabled people. The first phase, construction on which begins this month, includes constructing more concession stands and adding more food and drink options. New additions will be the Mountaineer Cafe, which will offer sitting space to take people out of the concourse; the Wild & Wonderful Canteen, offering West Virginia favorites like pepperoni rolls and slaw dogs; and the Country Roads Pit Stop, which will have regular hours for the public — namely those who park and work at or otherwise occupy and visit the Coliseum.