Cameron Indoor Stadium

Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham is the historic home of Duke Blue Devils basketball, one of the most revered and intimidating venues in all of sports. Opened in 1940 as Duke Indoor Stadium, its steep, tight seating bowl puts fans — especially the famed student section — almost on top of the court. The building's brick-and-wood, Depression-era architecture stands in deliberate contrast to modern glass-and-steel arenas, giving it an unmatched old-gym character. On game night, the noise, chants, and proximity of the crowd make it a signature home-court advantage in college basketball.

Opened in January 1940 as Duke Indoor Stadium, the arena was renamed in 1972 for Eddie Cameron, who served Duke as basketball coach, football coach, and longtime athletic director. A 1987-88 renovation expanded seating from its original 8,800 to the current 9,314. Home of the Cameron Crazies, the tiny capacity and student section pressed against the floor have fueled decades of Duke championship teams, including multiple national titles under Mike Krzyzewski. It is widely regarded as one of the sport's most famous and important venues.