HILTON COLISEUM

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James H. Hilton Coliseum is a 14,356-seat multi-purpose arena in Ames, Iowa. The arena opened in 1971. It is home to the Iowa State University Cyclones men's and women's basketball teams, wrestling, gymnastics and volleyball teams.

The building was constructed in 1971 as part of the Iowa State Center, an athletic and cultural events area located southeast of the main campus. The coliseum was named after former ISU president Dr. James H. Hilton, who pushed for the construction of the facility. The Iowa State Center also includes Jack Trice Stadium, C.Y. Stephens Auditorium, Fisher Theater and Scheman Continuing Education Building. Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium replaced State Gymnasium and Clyde Williams Stadium, at the corner of Union Dr. & Sheldon Ave.

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