Jim Balsillie Unveils Dramatic Revitalization for Copps Coliseum

State-of-the-Art Upgrades Make Potential Home a 'Top Tier' NHL Arena

Toronto, May 29, 2009 - Plans to transform Hamilton's Copps Coliseum into a spectacular home arena for a new Southern Ontario NHL franchise were unveiled today by Jim Balsillie.

With a focus on fan-friendly cutting edge designs, the new Copps Coliseum would feature a soaring atrium-style entrance lobby, a range of luxury boxes, new lounges and restaurants, food and bar amenities throughout and capacity for more than 18,000 spectators. The design also fully addresses requirements the NHL has previously communicated for Copps Coliseum.

The design is by one of the world's leading sports facility architectural firms BBB Architects and its subsidiary group, Stadium Consultants International (SCI), which is also currently working on renovations at Madison Square Garden in New York (home of the New York Rangers) and Nassau County Coliseum (home of the New York Islanders). The design for Copps Coliseum is aimed at improving the fan experience, from proximity to players, to viewing positions and entertainment options. Read the full press Release..

VIEW OF RENOVATED EXTERIOR

 

VIEW OF EXISTING EXTERIOR

 

VIEW OF MAIN LOBBY ATRIUM

 

ADDITIONAL VIEW OF MAIN LOBBY ATRIUM

 

VIEW OF SEATING BOWL

 

VIEW OF CLUB LOUNGE

 

VIEW OF PARTY DECK