Freezing temperatures caused water mains to break in Little Rock University of Arkansas at Little Rockof the Jack Stephens Center, causing serious damage to the court.
joe foley court was submerged in water, so the school had no choice but to rip out the hardwood and let it dry.
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Jajek Lotti of the Arkansas Little Rock Trojans drives the ball down the court during the game between the Nevada Wolf Pack and the Arkansas Little Rock Trojans at the Lawler Events Center on November 16, 2018 in Reno, Nevada.
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The men’s and women’s basketball teams have postponed and moved their games on Thursday, and it is unknown whether the court is defendable for the season.
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Director of Athletics George Lee said, “I greatly appreciate Simmons Bank Arena’s willingness to work with us on such short notice, especially over the holiday weekend.” said in a statement, “This situation has presented a unique challenge and I am grateful for their flexibility and assistance in helping us maintain our OVC opening double header in central Arkansas.”
Postponed basketball games will be moved to Simmons Bank Arena — and the school is reportedly in the process finding a provisional court for the rest of the season.
FILE – In this March 18, 2015, file photo, the NCAA logo is displayed center court as work continues at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh for the NCAA college basketball tournament.
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men’s team Is 4-9 on the season. The Lady Trojans are 3-8.