Galen Center Facility Upgrades & Renovation

Galen Center was built in 2006, with a vision to gather sports fanatics, basketball and volleyball stars and local community members to witness greatness. As the official arena of the University of Southern California, we realize that sport arenas impact people in more ways than one. From our fans to our incredible student athletes, staff and community partners, Galen Center is the place to be! While we are always chasing excellence to continue adding to USC Athletics' 135 national championships, our venue enhancements will help everyone coming to the Galen Center embody the Trojan spirit.

Our 2023 facility upgrades included a variety of spaces, such as: main arena, media press and team film rooms, USC team hallways, main event entrances, hall of fame, concession stands, Founders Room and more! 

With the support of the University President Dr. Folt, Galen Center and USC Athletics embodied the Moonshot project and began the initial stages of the enhancement project. As a result, a new courtside VIP entertainment space was added, with surround sound, inclusive food and beverage options for Men’s Basketball games.

As USC prepares the Big Ten Conference In August 2024, Galen Center will continue to improve with future projects on the way. It is an exciting time for USC Athletics and we hope to see you at a Galen Center event soon! 

USC Trojans Men's Basketball huddle

3400 LOUNGE
Newly installed

Once served as a team shop, the existing space on the lower concourse was transformed into the exclusive 3400 Lounge in the summer of 2023. Courtside patrons and invited guests may enjoy hors d’oeuvres, snacks and open bar. With a cacpity of 70 people, the 3400 Lounge is a versatile space that can also be used for meetings and team functions.

Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023

FOUNDERS ROOM

The Founders Room, a large meeting/reception space located on the north end of the lower concourse, was renovated from the floor to ceiling. New paint, marble floors, custom copper finishes were added to liven the atmosphere with lots of light.

Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023

ARENA UPDATES

  • Refreshed championship banners in rafters
  • Second row of courtside seating and new chairs with extra comfort and sponsor activations
  • New large backlit banner installed above the north wall that doubles as an acoustic soundboard
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023

CONCOURSE ENHANCEMENTS

  • New acoustic walls
  • TV displays installed in walls
  • Repainted concession stands matching USC branding
  • “FIGHT ON” photo area
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023

OTHER UPGRADES

  • Renovated press room
  • Updated press conference and film room
  • Redesign walls in administrative entrance and locker room hallways featuring large, backlit murals of USC student-athletes
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023
Galen Center Renovations 2023

FUTURE PROJECTS

  • Control room renovation
  • New Big Ten Network broadcast studio in partnership with USC Annenberg School of Communication & Journalism

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