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New basketball-focused sports complex set to open in Scranton's armory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 3:14 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

New basketball-focused sports complex set to open in Scranton's armory
Summary

The Watres Armory in Scranton will transform into a basketball-focused sports complex, The Armory Athletics, opening in December. The 102,000 square foot facility will feature flooring from the Orlando Magic's NBA practice court and plans to offer officially licensed NBA and WNBA junior leagues. Co-owner Ronald Augelli emphasized the importance of organized sports for youth development in the community. The complex aims to provide a safe space for local kids, alongside opportunities for other sports like volleyball and wrestling. Notable NBA players are expected to utilize the facility for training in the future.

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  • •The complex is 102,000 square feet and focuses on basketball.
  • •Flooring from the Orlando Magic's practice court will be used.
  • •It will host NBA and WNBA junior leagues and a basketball academy.
  • •Local youth will gain organized sports opportunities.
  • •NBA players are expected to train at the facility.
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  • 3:14 AMYahoo Sports — Sports complex to open inside Scranton armory
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SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Watres Armory in Scranton is in the process of being converted into a full-blown indoor sports complex. While all kinds of sports are welcome, its focus is basketball. Flooring from the Orlando Magic’s NBA practice court now has a new home inside the armory; purchased by the complex’s owners. The […]

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