Compuware Sports Arena

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Interior of the Compuware Sports Arena

The Compuware Sports Arena is a multi-purpose arena located at 14900 Beck Rd. in Plymouth Township, Michigan ([42.389333° N 83.506333° W]), built in 1996.

Capacity = 3,807 (seated), 4,500 (incl. standing)

Ice Size = 200' x 85'

Peter Karmanos, the President of Compuware and owner of the Detroit Whalers, arranged to build the Whalers a new home as soon as the 1995-96 season ended after playing that season at two temporary venues, the tiny Oak Park Ice Arena and the massive Palace of Auburn Hills. The Compuware Sports Arena was constructed in 6 months time, ready for the 1996-97 season. The team was renamed to the Plymouth Whalers after moving to Plymouth Township.

The complex includes the "Ginopolis Family Restaurant." The arena is home to the Detroit Ignition, a Major Indoor Soccer League team, as well as the Compuware Ambassadors minor hockey program. Previously, the arena hosted the now defunct Detroit Rockers of the National Professional Soccer League during its last season in 2000-2001.

The arena also hosts the annual MHSAA high school state championships for boy's ice hockey.

External links

[Compuware Sports Arena] Official web site
[Compuware Ambassadors] Official web site
[Compuware Sports Arena] The OHL Arena & Travel Guide

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