The UAB Blazers may soon have one of the best home arenas in the American Athletics Conference.

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees has approved the scope and budget for a $14.6 million renovation of Bartow Arena, according to a release from the university. The next step is for UAB to negotiate an agreement with an architect to begin the design process.

The next step in the process is for the school to negotiate an agreement with an architect.

“Our proposed renovations would make Bartow one of the most visible, accommodating and inviting basketball and volleyball venues in the American Conference,” said UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram.

“I am grateful for the unwavering support of the UA System Board of Trustees and UAB leadership under President Watts’ vision for e

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