Rupp Arena
Rupp Arena: My Oasis At first glance, the Lexington Center appears to be just a place where people go to shop. ... The 2002-03 season marks the 27th year for the building that has become synonymous with championship basketball--Rupp Arena. ... Three national championship squads at Kentucky have called Rupp Arena home in the past 26 seasons. ... Situated in the heart of downtown Lexington, the facility is named after Kentucky’s legendary former coach Adolph Rupp and has played host to several premier basketball events. An awesome structure in sight and scope, the arena is divided into two seating areas. ... Built by the city of Lexington, the arena is the major portion of the $53 million Lexington Center complex, which includes a convention-exhibition hall, a 50-store tri-level enclosed shopping mall, and a Hyatt Regency Hotel. The arena is equipped with a specially designed sound system nicknamed "Big Bertha," and features lighting for events and television coverage.