Allen Fieldhouse capacity will be 15,300 after renovations, plus more KU Athletics news

LAWRENCE – Allen Fieldhouse, home of the Kansas men’s and women’s basketball programs, will have new capacity following ongoing renovations to the arena.

According to a statement from KU that focused on season ticket availability, the building’s new capacity will be 15,300. The previously listed capacity was 16,300.

Several phases of construction, which are expected to be completed before the 2024-25 seasons for these programs, were funded “through a $50 million project funded by generous supporters of Kansas Athletics.” Among the changes coming to Allen Fieldhouse are a new look to its upper two levels, a new video board, 1,100 new west-side seats and more.

“There is no other sports venue with more history and energy than Allen Fieldhouse,” Kansas athletics director Travis Goff said in the news release. “In the future, we are extremely excited that our fans will combine the tradition of the building with an unparalleled gaming experience. Extensive scrutiny, consideration and attention to detail went into the renovation plan and we are very confident that our fans will enjoy the enhanced amenities and experience while continuing to appreciate the aura they have always loved about Allen Fieldhouse.”

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Here’s more of what’s been happening at KU Athletics recently:

Sharon Lokedi qualifies to represent KU at 2024 Paris Olympics

Sharon Lokedi, who competed for the Kansas track and cross country team from 2015 to 2019, has qualified for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. According to a post on the KU program’s account on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, her event is the women’s marathon. She will represent Kenya.

Kansas Basketball Tournament Alumni Team Names Sherron Collins Head Coach

The Kansas men’s basketball alumni team, which will compete in the Basketball Tournament, has named Sherron Collins as its head coach. Collins was a member of the Jayhawks’ 2008 national championship team. As of now, the lineup includes forward Dedric Lawson, guard Frank Mason III, forward Jamari Traylor, forward Kevin Young, guard Lagerald Vick, guard Malik Newman , forward Mario Little, guard Sam Cunliffe, forward Silvio De Sousa and center Thomas Robinson.

Kansas women’s basketball promotes Morgan Paige to associate coach

Kansas women’s basketball coach Brandon Schneider has promoted assistant coach Morgan Paige to associate head coach. Paige was part of Schneider’s coaching staff when the Jayhawks reached the NCAA tournament in 2022 and 2024, and won the 2023 postseason WNIT. According to a release from KU, her duties as recruiting coordinator will now be shared by Karyla Knight and Brock McGinnis – two assistant coaches on Schneider’s staff.

“Morgan’s infectious energy and enthusiasm makes an instant positive impact in every environment she is a part of,” Schneider said in the release. “Our players greatly respect his ability to teach the game and cultivate relationships. She is an excellent mentor and role model for our young women, and we are all excited about her promotion to associate head coach.”

Paige added, “I am grateful to Coach Brandon for this opportunity to continue to grow in my coaching career. He has always been supportive of personal growth and goals, and I am so lucky to have him by my side as a mentor. I look forward to the new challenges and expanding role in the continued success of Kansas women’s basketball.”

Jordan Guskey covers University of Kansas Athletics for The Topeka Capital-Journal. He is the National Sports Media Association Sportswriter of the Year for the state of Kansas in 2022. Contact him at jmguskey@gannett.com or on Twitter at @JordanGuskey.

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