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{{Short description|Multipurpose arena in North Carolina, US}}
{{Infobox stadium
{{Infobox stadium
| stadium_name = Holmes Center
| stadium_name = Holmes Center
| nickname = The Holmes Dome
| fullname = [[George M. Holmes]] Convocation Center
| image = AppHolmesCenter2.jpg
| image = AppHolmesCenter2.jpg
| image_size = 250px
| image_size = 250px
| image_map = {{maplink|frame=yes|plain=yes|frame-align=center|frame-width=250|zoom=15|type=point}}
| location = 111 Rivers Street<br>[[Boone, North Carolina]] 28608
| location = 111 Rivers Street<br>[[Boone, North Carolina]] 28608
| coordinates = {{coord|36.210624|-81.675952|display=inline,title|format=dms}}
| coordinates = {{coord|36.210624|-81.675952|display=inline,title|format=dms}}
| broke_ground = December 5, 1997<ref>{{cite web |title=Holmes Convocation Center Turns 10|url=http://www.news.appstate.edu/2010/11/10/holmes-convocation-center-turns-10/|publisher=Appalachian State University|date=November 10, 2010|accessdate=February 7, 2014}}</ref>
| broke_ground = December 5, 1997<ref>{{cite web |title=Holmes Convocation Center Turns 10|url=http://www.news.appstate.edu/2010/11/10/holmes-convocation-center-turns-10/|publisher=Appalachian State University|date=November 10, 2010|access-date=February 7, 2014}}</ref>
| built =
| built =
| opened = September 6, 2000
| opened = September 6, 2000
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| construction_cost = $29 million<br>(${{formatprice|{{Inflation|US|29000000|2000}}}} in {{Inflation-year|US}} dollars{{inflation-fn|US}})
| construction_cost = $29 million<br>(${{formatprice|{{Inflation|US|29000000|2000}}}} in {{Inflation-year|US}} dollars{{inflation-fn|US}})
| architect = Corley Redfoot Zack, Inc.
| architect = Corley Redfoot Zack, Inc.
| structural engineer = [[Walter P Moore Engineers and Consultants|Walter P Moore]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Arenas|url=http://www.walterpmoore.com/proj2_2.htm|publisher=Walter P Moore|accessdate=November 10, 2013|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20000708022900/http://www.walterpmoore.com/proj2_2.htm|archivedate=July 8, 2000}}</ref>
| structural engineer = [[Walter P Moore Engineers and Consultants|Walter P Moore]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Arenas|url=http://www.walterpmoore.com/proj2_2.htm|publisher=Walter P Moore|access-date=November 10, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20000708022900/http://www.walterpmoore.com/proj2_2.htm|archive-date=July 8, 2000}}</ref>
| general_contractor = Metric Construction Company<ref>{{cite news |title=Holmes Center Roof Springs a Leak|first=John T.|last=Bennett|url=http://theapp.appstate.edu/archives_00-01/00-11-14/news.htm|newspaper=The Appalachian|location=Walter P Moore|date=November 14, 2000|accessdate=February 18, 2012}}</ref>
| general_contractor = Metric Construction Company<ref>{{cite news |title=Holmes Center Roof Springs a Leak|first=John T.|last=Bennett|url=http://theapp.appstate.edu/archives_00-01/00-11-14/news.htm|newspaper=The Appalachian|location=Walter P Moore|date=November 14, 2000|access-date=February 18, 2012}}</ref>
| former_names =
| former_names =
| tenants = [[Appalachian State Mountaineers]] ([[National Collegiate Athletic Association|NCAA]])<br>[[Appalachian State Mountaineers men's basketball|Basketball]] (2000–present)<br>Volleyball (2000–present)<br> Indoor Track and Field (2000–present)<br>[[High Country Grizzlies]] ([[American Arena League|AAL]]) (2017–present)
| tenants = [[Appalachian State Mountaineers]] ([[National Collegiate Athletic Association|NCAA]])<br>[[Appalachian State Mountaineers men's basketball|Basketball]] (2000–present)<br>Volleyball (2000–present)<br> Indoor Track and Field (2000–present)<br>[[High Country Grizzlies]] ([[National Arena League|NAL]]/[[American Arena League|AAL]]) (2017–2018)
| seating_capacity = 8,325
| seating_capacity = 8,325
}}
}}


The '''George M. Holmes Convocation Center''' (usually referred to as the '''Holmes Center''' or '''The Holmes Dome''') is an 8,325-seat multipurpose [[arena]] in [[Boone, North Carolina]], United States, on the campus of [[Appalachian State University]]. The convocation center is named for [[George M. Holmes]], a 1954 graduate and member of the [[North Carolina General Assembly]]. The arena itself is named for Seby Jones. It was built in 2000 and is home to the [[Appalachian State Mountaineers men's basketball]] and women's basketball teams. The inaugural event was a men's basketball game held on November 17, 2000 between the Mountaineers and the [[North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball|Tar Heels]] of [[University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill|North Carolina]]. The facility replaced [[Varsity Gymnasium]]. The George M. Holmes Convocation Center’s Mission is to provide facilities for the Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science and to support the academic processes of Appalachian State University. Serving as a multipurpose for the northwestern region of North Carolina, the center supports university sponsored events, such as commencement and college fair. Cultural events, concerts, trade shows, athletic events and other public assembly activities are also a part of the center’s programming. The cornerstone of the Appalachian State University campus is the George M. Holmes Convocation Center. Containing Seby Jones Arena, the facility serves as the home of Mountaineer volleyball as well as the men’s and women’s basketball programs and indoor track and field squads.
The '''George M. Holmes Convocation Center''' (namely referred to as the '''Holmes Center''') is an 8,325-seat multipurpose [[arena]] in [[Boone, North Carolina]], United States, on the campus of [[Appalachian State University]]. The convocation center is named for [[George M. Holmes]], a 1954 graduate and member of the [[North Carolina General Assembly]]. The arena itself is named for Seby Jones. It was built in 2000 and is home to four [[Appalachian State Mountaineers|athletic teams]]: [[Appalachian State Mountaineers men's basketball]], [[Appalachian State Mountaineers women's basketball]], volleyball, and indoor track and field. The inaugural event was a men's basketball game held on November 17, 2000 between the Mountaineers and the [[North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball|Tar Heels]] of [[University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill|North Carolina]]. The facility replaced [[Varsity Gymnasium]]. The George M. Holmes Convocation Center’s mission is to provide facilities for the Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science and to support the academic processes of Appalachian State University. Serving as a multipurpose for the northwestern region of North Carolina, the center supports university sponsored events, such as commencement and college fair. Cultural events, concerts, trade shows, athletic events and other public assembly activities are also a part of the center’s programming.


Since March 2017, it has been the home to the [[High Country Grizzlies]] of the [[American Arena League]], a professional [[Indoor American football|indoor football]] team.
In 2017 and 2018, it was home to the [[High Country Grizzlies]], a professional [[Indoor American football|indoor football]] team.


==Features==
==Features==
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A 300-meter directional Mondo track circles the upper concourse and is used by the indoor track and field teams for both practice and competition.
A 300-meter directional Mondo track circles the upper concourse and is used by the indoor track and field teams for both practice and competition.


Student seating is located at midcourt for both volleyball and basketball.
Student seating is located at midcourt for both volleyball, and behind the end line for basketball.


==Notable events==
==Notable events==
The facility was opened with a celebration followed by a men’s basketball contest between Appalachian and [[North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball|North Carolina]].
* The facility was opened with a celebration followed by a men’s basketball contest between Appalachian and [[North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball|North Carolina]].
* In 2010 and 2019, the [[Appalachian State Mountaineers women's basketball | Appalachian State Mountaineers women's basketball team]] hosted won the championship games of [[Women's Basketball Invitational]] tournanment.
* Rap trio [[Migos]] performed on April 5, 2018. After the concert, members of the tour were arrested after the [[Boone, North Carolina|Boone]] Police Department found 420 grams of marijuana, 26 ounces of codeine, and Xanax. None of the three rappers were in the vehicle or charged.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Wilkerson |first1=Brant |title=Three arrested after Migos tour bus pulled over in Boone |url=https://greensboro.com/news/crime/three-arrested-after-migos-tour-bus-pulled-over-in-boone/article_8bdc4496-3967-11e8-8af2-17da1f30deb6.html |website=Greensboro News and Record |access-date=6 June 2022 |language=en}}</ref>
* The Holmes Center has hosted concerts by [[Lil Wayne]], [[The Avett Brothers]], [[The 1975]], [[Migos]], [[Kesha]], [[Willie Nelson]], [[The Beach Boys]], [[Taking Back Sunday]], [[All American Rejects]], [[Yes (band)|Yes]], [[Eric Church]], [[Bob Dylan]], [[Blake Shelton]], [[Dave Matthews]], [[Trey Anastasio]], and [[Widespread Panic]].<ref>{{cite web |title=George M. Holmes Convocation Center Boone Concert Setlists|url=https://www.setlist.fm/venue/george-m-holmes-convocation-center-boone-nc-usa-6bd246e2.html |website=setlist.fm|access-date=14 January 2024 |language=en}}</ref>
* On December 3, 2023, an Appalachian State men's basketball game against [[Auburn Tigers men's basketball|Auburn University]] drew 7,037 fans. The Mountaineers won 69-64 against [[Bruce Pearl]]'s Auburn Tigers. This was the team's first-ever win over a high-major opponent in the Holmes Center and first home win against a high-major opponent since 1993 when they defeated Nebraska in Varsity Gym. At the time, this win was only the third game ever played in front of 7,000 fans in the Holmes Center with the other games being the facility's opening contest against UNC and a 2009 game against [[2008–09 Davidson Wildcats men's basketball team | Davidson]] that featured [[Stephen Curry]].<ref>{{cite web |title=App State Cements Signature Win in Front of Sellout Crowd |url=https://appstatesports.com/news/2023/12/3/mens-basketball-app-state-cements-signature-win-in-front-of-sellout-crowd.aspx |website=App State Sports|access-date=14 January 2024 |language=en}}</ref>


[[Image:AppHolmesCenter1.jpg|thumb|Inside the Holmes Center]]
[[Image:AppHolmesCenter1.jpg|thumb|Inside the Holmes Center]]
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{{North Carolina NCAA Division I women's college volleyball venues navbox}}
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[[Category:Appalachian State Mountaineers basketball venues]]
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[[Category:College indoor track and field venues in the United States]]
[[Category:College indoor track and field venues in the United States]]
[[Category:Sports venues in Watauga County, North Carolina]]
[[Category:Sports venues in Watauga County, North Carolina]]
[[Category:Arena football venues]]
[[Category:Sports venues completed in 2000]]
[[Category:Sports venues completed in 2000]]
[[Category:2000 establishments in North Carolina]]
[[Category:2000 establishments in North Carolina]]

Latest revision as of 16:56, 19 November 2024

Holmes Center
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Full nameGeorge M. Holmes Convocation Center
Location111 Rivers Street
Boone, North Carolina 28608
Coordinates36°12′38″N 81°40′33″W / 36.210624°N 81.675952°W / 36.210624; -81.675952
OwnerAppalachian State University
OperatorAppalachian State University
Capacity8,325
SurfaceHardwood
Construction
Broke groundDecember 5, 1997[1]
OpenedSeptember 6, 2000
Construction cost$29 million
($51.3 million in 2023 dollars[2])
ArchitectCorley Redfoot Zack, Inc.
Structural engineerWalter P Moore[3]
General contractorMetric Construction Company[4]
Tenants
Appalachian State Mountaineers (NCAA)
Basketball (2000–present)
Volleyball (2000–present)
Indoor Track and Field (2000–present)
High Country Grizzlies (NAL/AAL) (2017–2018)

The George M. Holmes Convocation Center (namely referred to as the Holmes Center) is an 8,325-seat multipurpose arena in Boone, North Carolina, United States, on the campus of Appalachian State University. The convocation center is named for George M. Holmes, a 1954 graduate and member of the North Carolina General Assembly. The arena itself is named for Seby Jones. It was built in 2000 and is home to four athletic teams: Appalachian State Mountaineers men's basketball, Appalachian State Mountaineers women's basketball, volleyball, and indoor track and field. The inaugural event was a men's basketball game held on November 17, 2000 between the Mountaineers and the Tar Heels of North Carolina. The facility replaced Varsity Gymnasium. The George M. Holmes Convocation Center’s mission is to provide facilities for the Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science and to support the academic processes of Appalachian State University. Serving as a multipurpose for the northwestern region of North Carolina, the center supports university sponsored events, such as commencement and college fair. Cultural events, concerts, trade shows, athletic events and other public assembly activities are also a part of the center’s programming.

In 2017 and 2018, it was home to the High Country Grizzlies, a professional indoor football team.

Features

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Standing at the end of Rivers Street, the 200,840-square-foot (18,659 m2) structure houses the Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science, and includes a multipurpose arena for community and cultural events, graduation and convocation ceremonies, trade shows, concerts, and athletic events.

The 8,325-seat arena has HLES offices, classrooms, laboratories, team areas and retractable seating.

A 300-meter directional Mondo track circles the upper concourse and is used by the indoor track and field teams for both practice and competition.

Student seating is located at midcourt for both volleyball, and behind the end line for basketball.

Notable events

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Inside the Holmes Center

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Holmes Convocation Center Turns 10". Appalachian State University. November 10, 2010. Retrieved February 7, 2014.
  2. ^ 1634–1699: McCusker, J. J. (1997). How Much Is That in Real Money? A Historical Price Index for Use as a Deflator of Money Values in the Economy of the United States: Addenda et Corrigenda (PDF). American Antiquarian Society. 1700–1799: McCusker, J. J. (1992). How Much Is That in Real Money? A Historical Price Index for Use as a Deflator of Money Values in the Economy of the United States (PDF). American Antiquarian Society. 1800–present: Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. "Consumer Price Index (estimate) 1800–". Retrieved February 29, 2024.
  3. ^ "Arenas". Walter P Moore. Archived from the original on July 8, 2000. Retrieved November 10, 2013.
  4. ^ Bennett, John T. (November 14, 2000). "Holmes Center Roof Springs a Leak". The Appalachian. Walter P Moore. Retrieved February 18, 2012.
  5. ^ Wilkerson, Brant. "Three arrested after Migos tour bus pulled over in Boone". Greensboro News and Record. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
  6. ^ "George M. Holmes Convocation Center Boone Concert Setlists". setlist.fm. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
  7. ^ "App State Cements Signature Win in Front of Sellout Crowd". App State Sports. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
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