Alabama officially unveiled its brand-new basketball training and player development facility at Coleman Coliseum on Friday. It features a 48,000-square-foot expansion and renovations at the approximate cost of $58.6 million.
Offering fans a first look at a major investment that is set to improve both Alabama men’s and women’s basketball programs, athletic director Greg Byrne shared his excitement, writing:
“Exciting afternoon as Peter Mohler and I joined Alabama men’s and women’s basketball for the reveal of their new facilities. Thank you to all who graciously supported this project. What an incredible new home for our programs!”
Alabama Makes Major Investment In Basketball Future
Facility development started in August 2024, and now it’s finally completed and ready. It features a state-of-the-art practice facility and weight room for the men’s program, while the women’s team moves into the renovated facility previously used by the men.
It also includes locker rooms, lounges, film rooms, sports medicine areas, equipment rooms, etc. This investment would help the program attract talent and retain existing players much better.
The facility reveal comes during an offseason filled with optimism for the program.
One of the biggest developments arrived when star forward Amari Allen withdrew from the 2026 NBA draft and announced his return to Alabama. Allen is expected to take a leading role in the Crimson Tide offense next season.
With several notable pieces, including Drew Fielder from Boise State, Cole Cloer from NC State, Jamarion Davis-Fleming from Mississippi State, and former Kentucky big man Brandon Garrison, the team looks promising.
Alabama will open the 2026-27 season against Sam Houston at Coleman Coliseum and later face off against the following teams:
- 11/13 – vs. Seton Hall
- 11/24 – vs. Baylor (Players Era)
- 11/26 – vs. Gonzaga/Kansas State (PE)
- 11/27 – vs. TBD (PE)
- 11/28 – Players Era if necessary*
- 12/2 – @ Miami
- 12/12 – vs. St. John’s (Birmingham)
- TBD – vs. Houston (NYC)
- TBD – @ South Florida
Under Nate Oats, Alabama has reached the Sweet 16 consistently in the last four years. And with the current lineup, the Tide have another shot at making a deep run in March Madness.
With upgraded facilities, a returning star, and another talented roster, it’s clear that Alabama is investing heavily in making sure it remains a championship-level program for years to come.
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