jono2009 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, November 14, 2016 GLENDALE ARIZONA --- The Arizona Coyotes announced today that they have entered into an exclusive negotiation agreement with Catellus Development Corporation, master developer for the Arizona State University Athletic Facilities District, to work towards the finalization of a new arena and commercial development project within the district along Tempe Town Lake. The site of the proposed new arena is the Northwest corner of E. Rio Salado Parkway and South McClintock Drive. This marks the beginning of a detailed process to secure a new home for the Arizona Coyotes. The plan includes the construction of a 16,000-plus seat NHL arena for the Coyotes with an attached additional 4,000 seat multi-sport arena. The second arena will be utilized by Sun Devils Athletics, Coyotes practices, youth hockey practices and games and community events. These two new additional sheets of ice will continue to help grow the sport at the grass-roots level. In the future, a new hotel and other related amenities will be finalized as part of the second phase of the project. "We are thrilled to partner with Catellus on this tremendous project that will include our future new home in the East Valley," said Coyotes Majority Owner, Chairman and Governor Andrew Barroway. "The Coyotes are committed to Arizona, and we are extremely excited about our bright future." "As the first major partner for the ASU Athletic Facilities District, the Coyotes campus will generate momentum for this innovative, urban corridor," said Greg Weaver, Executive Vice President for Catellus Development Corporation. "We are excited to partner with the Coyotes for their new facility." "Over the past year we have been exhaustive in our research regarding the most optimal location for our new home in the Valley," said Coyotes President and CEO Anthony LeBlanc. "While we have tremendous fans all across the greater Phoenix metro area, not to mention the entire state, it became clear that the East Valley is home to a majority of our fans and corporate partners. Our fans in the West Valley have shown us tremendous support over the past 13 years, and we look forward to working with them as we transition to our new home in the future." The agreement provides for a period ending no later than June 30, 2017 to create the overall budget, design and operational plan for the development. The Coyotes will now focus on finalizing a partnership with other public sector constituents including the State and the City of Tempe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockhart Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Too bad the "new arena" isn't the beautiful Centre Videotron in Quebec city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Well that was quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRick Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 So there should be no more excuses when fans still don't show up to watch the team! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neversummer Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Can someone make up a map for where this new arena is compared to the present one? I heard that present one takes an hour to drive to get to ... be like in Langley to Vancouver. I take it this is more central in Phoenix? Nvm ... here is link to article with maps: http://www.fiveforhowling.com/2016/11/14/13625672/arizona-coyotes-arena-asu-east-valley-tempe-partnership-stadium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono2009 Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 5 minutes ago, Neversummer said: Can someone make up a map for where this new arena is compared to the present one? I heard that present one takes an hour to drive to get to ... be like in Langley to Vancouver. I take it this is more central in Phoenix? Nvm ... here is link to article with maps: http://www.fiveforhowling.com/2016/11/14/13625672/arizona-coyotes-arena-asu-east-valley-tempe-partnership-stadium I am on it! To give you a rough idea it is 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kakanucks Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 So...who's paying for the arena? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neversummer Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 1 minute ago, Kakanucks said: So...who's paying for the arena? NHL of course ... aren't they part owners? Which means Canucks ... 1/29th of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinny in Vancouver Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I know a lot of people here don't believe in conspiracy theory with regards to the lottery, but I actually do. That move has just increased Arizona's chances of getting the number 1 overall pick this coming season or next season. It's basically between Arizona and Las Vegas right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerrDrFunk Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Man, the city of Phoenix is going to be pissed when the team moves and they're stuck with an emptier arena. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono2009 Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 11 minutes ago, Neversummer said: Can someone make up a map for where this new arena is compared to the present one? I heard that present one takes an hour to drive to get to ... be like in Langley to Vancouver. I take it this is more central in Phoenix? Nvm ... here is link to article with maps: http://www.fiveforhowling.com/2016/11/14/13625672/arizona-coyotes-arena-asu-east-valley-tempe-partnership-stadium Their current arena, it is more like driving from Langley, to Chilliwack. There is really nothing near the arena besides the restaurants and shops that they built around the arena. University of Phoenix stadium is across the street. The new location makes way more sense. Closer to downtown. Closer to Scottsdale and Tempe. Love this move! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono2009 Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 1 minute ago, HerrDrFunk said: Man, the city of Phoenix is going to be pissed when the team moves and they're stuck with an emptier arena. Quite the opposite considering the people who are going to the games are from central Arizona. I would've initially thought doing a partnership with the Suns would have made way more sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie13 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 23 minutes ago, Neversummer said: NHL of course ... aren't they part owners? Which means Canucks ... 1/29th of it. I could be wrong, but I don't believe the NHL are part owners any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-SN- Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 How long are they going to string that franchise along? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 39 minutes ago, jono2009 said: Their current arena, it is more like driving from Langley, to Chilliwack. There is really nothing near the arena besides the restaurants and shops that they built around the arena. University of Phoenix stadium is across the street. The new location makes way more sense. Closer to downtown. Closer to Scottsdale and Tempe. Love this move! Not to mention it's a 10 minute from the arena to the airport. Always attractive for visiting teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squamfan Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 12 minutes ago, Green Building said: Not to mention it's a 10 minute from the arena to the airport. Always attractive for visiting teams. thetas why they building it there so the nhl can say its sold out, but with visiting fans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Just now, Squamfan said: thetas why they building it there so the nhl can say its sold out, but with visiting fans A ticket sale is a ticket sale. Visiting fan #'s > home fan #'s is something I wonder about happening in Las Vegas one day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 WHY build an ice arena in the desert, when you can build TWO?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johngould21 Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 The City of Glendale, be like, wtf????? Empty arena in the middle of nowhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Vanderhoek Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 1 hour ago, Green Building said: Not to mention it's a 10 minute from the arena to the airport. Always attractive for visiting teams. I bet this actually does help with attendance and overall fan involvement. Solid move if the team HAS to be in the Phoenix area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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