About Lipscomb
History of Allen Arena
The Allen Arena opened on October 28, 2001 with an area wide worship service called "In His Hands," with an audience of more than 5,000 people.
The arena was named in honor of James C. and Linda Allen, the facility's primary benefactors. James Allen is a member of the board of trustees for the university and worked for the university at one time. The arena is primarily used for basketball and volleyball athletic events and is also used for daily chapel services and occasional concerts.
The Arena and adjacent parking garage was the site for the school's old McQuiddy Gymnasium. Part of the McQuiddy Gym was retained along with adjacent Student Activities Center (SAC). Yearwood Hall, a women's dormitory, was torn down for construction the arena.
In the first Lipscomb Bisons home game at Allen Arena, Bison Clayton Osborne heaved a 65-foot shot from three-quarters of the court away. With no time left on the clock, the ball fell through the net, giving the Bisons a 75-74 victory over North Texas Eagles.
Arena Events
Click the above link to see pictures of graduation and other events.
Event Pictures
Click the above link to view pictures of concerts and celebrity performances.
