Toledo, Ohio – The University of Toledo's John F. Savage Arena will feature a new design on Bob Nichols Court for the upcoming men's basketball, women's basketball and women's volleyball seasons.
 
The design change to the court is the first since a slight modification in 2013 from the original surface when the new Savage Arena debuted in 2008. The entire process took approximately two weeks and was performed by a Toledo-area business, Robert's Floors, that is owned by Joe Koch.

Originally known as Centennial Hall when it was built in 1976, the arena was renamed "Savage Hall" in 1988 and then became "Savage Arena" in 2008 as part of a $30 million renovation project. As part of that project, the facility was expanded to include the adjoining Charles A. Sullivan Athletic Complex.
 
The women's volleyball program opens their 2019 season in Savage Arena when it holds the Blue & Gold Tournament on Aug. 30-31.  The Rockets will also host the University of Indianapolis in an exhibition match on Aug. 24.
 
Season tickets for the men's and women's basketball programs are on sale now.  For more information or to purchase season tickets, visit the Rocket Athletic Ticket Office at the Sullivan Athletic Complex in Savage Arena, contact the Rocket Athletic Ticket Office at 419-530-GOLD (4653) or go online to UTRockets.com/tix.
 
What They Are Saying About the New Court Design on Bob Nichols Court
 
"I think the court looks phenomenal. It looks clean. It looks bright. It looks fresh. I know our players are really excited about it, and I think the community will absolutely love it."

• Head Men's Basketball Coach Tod Kowalczyk

 
"I love the new, clean and sleek look of the floor. I appreciate the fact our administration is always looking for ways to enhance and improve our already first-class facility."

• Head Women's Basketball Coach Tricia Cullop

 
"Everything Toledo does is top-notch, and the new court design is no different. I think it looks terrific. Savage Arena is an amazing venue, and the new court design will be a great focal point for both spectators and recruits."

• Head Women's Volleyball Coach Jason Oliver

 

Time lapse of the painting of the court.