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The Wells Fargo Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Philadelphia. It serves as the home of the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL), the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the Philadelphia Wings of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). The arena lies at the southwest corner of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, which includes Lincoln Financial Field, Citizens Bank Park, and Xfinity Live!.

For other uses of "Wells Fargo Center", see Wells Fargo Center.
"Wachovia Center" redirects here. For the Winston-Salem, North Carolina building, see 100 North Main Street.
Wells Fargo Center
Wells Fargo Center in 2019
Wells Fargo Center
Location in Philadelphia
Wells Fargo Center
Location in Pennsylvania
Wells Fargo Center
Location in the United States
Former names
  • CoreStates Center (1996–1998)[1]
  • First Union Center (1998–2003)[1]
  • Wachovia Center (2003–2010)[2]
Address3601 South Broad Street
LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Coordinates39°54′4″N 75°10′19″W
Public transit NRG station:
  Broad Street Line
SEPTA bus: 4, 17
OwnerPhiladelphia Flyers Comcast Spectacor
Capacity
  • Basketball: 21,000
    Hockey: 20,306[3]
  • Arena football: 17,597[4]
Construction
Broke groundSeptember 14, 1994
OpenedAugust 13, 1996[5]
Construction costUS$210 million
($384 million in 2021 dollars[6])
ArchitectEllerbe Becket
Project managerFox Management Company[1]
Structural engineer
  • Walter P Moore
  • Bernard Schwartz & Associates
[7]
Services engineerFlack & Kurtz[8]
General contractorL.F. Driscoll Co.[9]
Tenants
  • Philadelphia Flyers (NHL) (1996–present)
  • Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) (1996–present)
  • Villanova Wildcats (NCAA) (1996–present)[note 1]
  • Philadelphia Phantoms (AHL) (1996–2009)[note 2]
  • Philadelphia Wings (NLL) (1997–2014, 2018–present)
  • Philadelphia Soul (AFL) (2004–2008, 2011–2019)

The Wells Fargo Center, originally called Spectrum II, was completed in 1996 to replace the Spectrum as the home arena of the 76ers and Flyers, on the former site of John F. Kennedy Stadium at a cost of $210 million, largely privately financed (though the city and state helped to pay for the local infrastructure). It is owned by Comcast Spectacor, which also owns the Flyers, and is operated by its arena-management subsidiary, Global Spectrum. Since opening, it has been known by a number of different names through naming rights deals and bank mergers, including CoreStates Center from 1996 to 1998, First Union Center from 1998 to 2003, and Wachovia Center from 2003 to 2010. Since 2010, naming rights have been held by financial services company Wells Fargo, after their acquisition of Wachovia. CoreStates Financial Corporation was acquired by First Union, which later also purchased Wachovia National Bank to rename itself Wachovia Corporation; the combined company was acquired by Wells Fargo in 2008.

In addition to hosting home games for its main tenants, the arena has been the site of a number of other notable athletic events including Games 1 and 2 from the 1997 and Games 3, 4 and 6 of the 2010 Stanley Cup Finals, Games 3, 4 and 5 of the 2001 NBA Finals, and various collegiate events for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Wells Fargo Center has hosted two political conventions, hosting the 2000 Republican National Convention and 2016 Democratic National Convention. The arena is a regular venue for concerts and WWE events. The arena has a concert seating capacity of 21,000 seated and at least 21,500 standing.


Naming rights


The then-Wachovia Center, December 2005
The then-Wachovia Center, December 2005

Prior to its construction, the proposed arena was tentatively called "Spectrum II".[10] The Wells Fargo Center was originally named for CoreStates Financial Corporation, which agreed to pay $40 million over 21 years for the naming rights, with additional terms to be settled later for an additional eight-year period at the end of the contract.

However, the contract has gone through multiple hands due to various bank mergers; first by First Union in 1998, Wachovia in 2003, and currently by Wells Fargo since July 2010.[11][12][13] Installation of the new Wells Fargo Center branding began on July 27, 2010, with the removal of the Wachovia Center signage, followed by the installation of the new Wells Fargo Center signage. Work was completed in September 2010.[14]

During in the 2015–16 NBA season for a short time, the 76ers ceased recognizing Wells Fargo's naming rights and referred to the facility exclusively as "The Center", as the institution was not a sponsor of the team. The Wells Fargo Center logo decal which sat on the 76ers court was in the most minimal text discernible by television cameras, colored in white to blend in with the floor. (Reportedly, 76ers CEO Scott O'Neil's first idea was to color it with clear-coat paint only visible with UV blacklighting showing the logo during the opening of Sixers games when the arena lights were drawn down; however, the team, after discussion with their lawyers, elected not to do so.) With the start of the new year in January 2016 with input from Comcast Spectacor, the logo decal was enlarged and repainted in black. The 76ers then signed a non-signage sponsorship agreement with Firstrust Bank as their official banking sponsor.[15][16][17][18]


Facilities


Rink-side view of the Wells Fargo Center's hockey rink during a game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Rink-side view of the Wells Fargo Center's hockey rink during a game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Wells Fargo Center officially seats 20,318 for NBA and NCAA basketball and 19,541 for NHL hockey[1] and indoor NLL lacrosse. With additional standing-room admissions available in luxury and club-box suites, the total paid capacity increases. The Wells Fargo Center has 126 luxury suites, 1,880 club-box seats, and a variety of restaurants and clubs (both public and private) available for use by patrons. In addition, the offices, studios, and production facilities of NBC Sports Philadelphia are all located in the facility.

Then-Wachovia Center prior to a 76ers game vs the New Jersey Nets (now Brooklyn Nets) on the old floor design.
Then-Wachovia Center prior to a 76ers game vs the New Jersey Nets (now Brooklyn Nets) on the old floor design.
Flyers fans leaving the Wachovia Center after Playoff Game in 2010.
Flyers fans leaving the Wachovia Center after Playoff Game in 2010.

On June 10, 2005, the Wachovia Center set a record for the highest attendance for an indoor hockey game in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania (20,103) when the Philadelphia Phantoms won Game 4 of the 2005 Calder Cup Finals over the Chicago Wolves to win the Calder Cup. The attendance record was broken on June 9, 2010, as the Wachovia Center set another attendance record of 20,327 for Game 6 of the 2010 Stanley Cup Finals; the Flyers lost to the Chicago Blackhawks in overtime, which gave Chicago its first Stanley Cup since 1961.[19] The Wells Fargo Center also set a record for the highest attendances for a college basketball game in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania on January 29, 2017, when Villanova played and defeated Virginia before a crowd of 20,907.

On August 1, 2006, Comcast Spectacor announced it would install a new center-hung scoreboard to replace the original one made by Daktronics. The new scoreboard, manufactured by ANC Sports, is similar to other scoreboards in new NBA & NHL arenas. An additional linear LED display lining the entire arena was also installed between the suite and mezzanine levels. Other renovations for the Wachovia Center's ten-year anniversary included upgrading the suites with more flat screen HDTV's, as well as changing ticket providers from Ticketmaster to New Era Tickets, which is owned by Comcast Spectacor.

The public address (PA) announcer at the Wells Fargo Center for Flyers games is Lou Nolan, who moved with the team from the Spectrum, where he worked since 1972. Matt Cord is the PA announcer for 76ers games. Jim Bachman is the PA announcer for Villanova basketball games. Vinnie Caligiuri was the PA announcer for the Philadelphia Soul during their tenure.[20] Kevin Casey handled PA duties for the original Philadelphia Wings during their tenure. Marc Farzetta is the PA announcer for the current Philadelphia Wings.[21]

Wells Fargo Center continued further renovations as part of a $265 million "Transformation 2020" initiative. It debuted a new "kinetic" 4K-resolution scoreboard in September 2019 also by ANC Sports, which features two main arrays of outside displays that can expand outwards to a width of 62 feet (19 m), and two 65 foot (20 m) "crown" panels that can be raised and lowered as part of sequences. The arena also unveiled a new premium area for selected ticketholders known as the "Center City Club", and—as part of a partnership with Rivers Casino Philadelphia—two sportsbook lounges open to all visitors, which will feature a bar and seating areas, televisions and odds boards, and Rivers Casino ambassadors promoting use of the casino's sports betting app.[22][23][24][25]

The arena also announced the "New City Terrace", a revamp of the standing room deck into a 23,000 square foot (2,100 m2) "Assembly Room" (inspired by Independence Hall), with bars and eateries, fireplaces, and communal areas. The area is designed to provide a "first-class experience at an accessible price point"; the arena's cheapest tickets will feature access to the level.[26][27]


Concerts


Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel sellout banners hanging in the rafters

In addition, hanging from the rafters of the Wells Fargo Center are three banners in the orange and black colors of the Flyers honoring Pearl Jam's 10, Billy Joel's 48 Philadelphia sellouts and Bruce Springsteen's 56[30] Philadelphia sellouts respectively.


Tenants


The Flyers playing the New Jersey Devils at the Wells Fargo Center.
The Flyers playing the New Jersey Devils at the Wells Fargo Center.
The 76ers playing the Los Angeles Lakers at the Wells Fargo Center in 2016.
The 76ers playing the Los Angeles Lakers at the Wells Fargo Center in 2016.
Villanova Wildcats NCAA National Championship banners on display in the rafters. The Wildcats play select home games at the Wells Fargo Center.
Villanova Wildcats NCAA National Championship banners on display in the rafters. The Wildcats play select home games at the Wells Fargo Center.
The Villanova Wildcats playing the Ohio Bobcats at the Wells Fargo Center in 2019.
The Villanova Wildcats playing the Ohio Bobcats at the Wells Fargo Center in 2019.

Full time



Part time



Former full time



Former part time



Capacity


The Wells Fargo Center before a Flyers game in 2019.
The Wells Fargo Center before a Flyers game in 2019.

Notable events


The then-Wachovia Center prior to a Flyers game against the New York Islanders.
The then-Wachovia Center prior to a Flyers game against the New York Islanders.
The then-Wachovia Center during a Philadelphia Soul game in 2008.
The then-Wachovia Center during a Philadelphia Soul game in 2008.
Satellite view of the Wachovia Center
Satellite view of the Wachovia Center
Former UFC star, Ronda Rousey made her WWE surprise debut at the Wells Fargo Center.
Former UFC star, Ronda Rousey made her WWE surprise debut at the Wells Fargo Center.

Sports



Esports


Television


The AHL Phantoms winning the 2005 Calder Cup before an SRO crowd of 20,103 on June 10, 2005; then the Wachovia Center.
The AHL Phantoms winning the 2005 Calder Cup before an SRO crowd of 20,103 on June 10, 2005; then the Wachovia Center.

Politics



Controversy


In October 2019, center staff removed fans shouting "Free Hong Kong" at a pre-season game between the Philadelphia 76ers and Guangzhou Loong Lions.[46]


See also



References


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  2. "Wachovia Center Renamed As Wells Fargo Center". The Philadelphia Inquirer. July 27, 2010. Retrieved January 19, 2019.
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  4. "2017 Arena Football League Blue Book" (PDF). Arena Football League. Retrieved October 14, 2017.
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  11. Seravalli, Frank (July 2, 2010). "It's Officially the Wells Fargo Center". The Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved July 9, 2010.
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  15. "Sixers Decide To No Longer Refer To Home Arena As The Wells Fargo Center". Associated Press. 10 June 2015. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
  16. Bell, Demetrius. "Sixers take passive-aggressive shot at Wells Fargo with logo placement on court". SportsLogos.Net News. Retrieved 2021-08-15.
  17. Bell, Demetrius. "Sixers enlarge Wells Fargo logo on court". SportsLogos.Net News. Retrieved 2021-08-15.
  18. Firstrust Bank looks past 76ers’ Wells Fargo arena deal in new sponsorship
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  20. "Voices of the Soul | PhiladelphiaSoul.com". Retrieved 2019-02-21.
  21. "MARC FARZETTA BECOMES THE VOICE OF THE WINGS". Philadelphia Wings. 2018-11-01. Retrieved 2019-02-21.
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  45. "NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia comes to Wells Fargo Center on Saturday, Jan. 27". WWE. November 18, 2017. Retrieved November 23, 2017.
  46. Ileto, Christie (9 October 2019). "Sixers fan supporting Hong Kong ejected from preseason game amid NBA-China controversy". 6abc Philadelphia. WPVI-TV Philadelphia.

Notes


  1. Villanova utilized the venue full-time 2017–2018, part-time in other years.
  2. Phantoms utilized the venue full-time 2004–2005, part-time in other years.


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[de] Wells Fargo Center (Philadelphia)

Das Wells Fargo Center ist eine Multifunktionsarena in der US-amerikanischen Stadt Philadelphia im US-Bundesstaat Pennsylvania. Es ist die Heimspielstätte der Philadelphia Flyers aus der National Hockey League (NHL) sowie der Philadelphia 76ers aus der National Basketball Association (NBA). Des Weiteren nutzen die Teams der Philadelphia Soul aus der Arena Football League (AFL) und die Villanova Wildcats (NCAA-Big East Conference), neben dem Finneran Pavilion mit 6.500 Plätzen, die Halle.
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[es] Wells Fargo Center

El Wells Fargo Center (anteriormente conocido como CoreStates Center, First Union Center y Wachovia Center, y apodado por los aficionados como The Big House, The Wack, The F.U. Center y The Loud House) es un pabellón deportivo situado en Filadelfia, Pensilvania, Estados Unidos. Juegan allí como local los Philadelphia 76ers de la NBA, los Philadelphia Flyers de la NHL, Philadelphia Wings de la NLL y Philadelphia Soul de la AFL.

[fr] Wells Fargo Center (Philadelphie)

Le Wells Fargo Center (surnommé The Big House, The Loud House, The Wack, The F.U. Center ou encore The Big Bank Building) est une salle omnisports située à Philadelphie en Pennsylvanie, dans le South Philadelphia Sports Complex qui inclut le Lincoln Financial Field, le Citizens Bank Park et le Wachovia Spectrum.

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