John Paul Jones Arena

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Overview

John Paul Jones Arena is the home of Virginia Cavaliers basketball and one of the ACC's premier venues. The state-of-the-art facility opened in 2006 and has hosted national championship teams. Located in Charlottesville, it creates an electric atmosphere for Cavaliers basketball. The arena's design ensures excellent sightlines and amplifies crowd energy. John Paul Jones Arena has been the stage for Virginia's rise to college basketball elite.

History & Legacy

JPJ opened in 2006, replacing University Hall as the Cavaliers' home. Virginia's 2019 national championship and 2021 Final Four run have defined the arena's legacy. The venue has hosted NCAA Tournament games and countless ACC showdowns. Tony Bennett's program has built a fortress at JPJ. John Paul Jones Arena remains one of the toughest road venues in college basketball.

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Opened2006
Capacity14,623
Notable Events2019 national championship, 2021 Final Four
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