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Construction begins for $281M Miami University sports arena

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:36 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

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Summary

Miami University has initiated construction for a new $281 million sports arena at the Cook Field site, with groundbreaking expected in mid-September. School officials have erected fencing around Cook Field and student sports fields, set to be completed by August 10. The new facility, which will replace Millett Hall, aims to house basketball, volleyball, and other activities. Millett Hall, used since 1968, is deemed too costly to modernize. As construction progresses, additional student courts and activity spaces are being developed nearby, slated to enhance intramural options for students. The new arena is expected to open in fall 2028.

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By the Numbers

•Groundbreaking for the arena is scheduled for mid-September 2026.
•Fencing around Cook Field is expected to be completed by August 10.
•The new arena will replace the aging Millett Hall built in 1968.
•The facility will include basketball, volleyball, and practice courts.
•New courts are under construction to support student intramural sports.

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6:36 PMYahoo Sports — $281M Miami University sports arena construction begins

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One of Miami University’s iconic landmarks is now being fenced off as school officials also announce a time estimate for groundbreaking of a new campus arena at the same site. Miami officials recently announced that construction site fencing is now being erected around Cook Field and its student sports fields and will be completed by Monday, Aug. 10. Officials also said mid-September will see ...
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