PHOENIX –Arizona State athletic director Graham Rossini appeared on Arizona Sports’ Bickley and Marotta, where he was asked about his comments when he was hired in May, acknowledging that Desert Financial Arena needed work done. Rossini didn’t mince his words, calling renovations to the ASU venue a top priority with the goal of the change centered around better fan experience.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Rossini hopes to make the renovations official in a couple of weeks, as he stated below:
"We're prepared to make an announcement in a couple months. We're probably looking at a multi-year renovation."
Arizona State athletic director Graham Rossini says renovations are coming for Desert Financial Arena.
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Since its opening in 1974, Desert Financial Arena has never undergone any major renovations, making this announcement long overdue. Fan feedback will drive the multi-year project. Rossini hopes the makeover will enhance game day for football, basketball, and “all of our sports for that matter.”
Arizona State athletic director Graham Rossini speaks to the media on May 23, 2024. Syndication: Arizona Republic
Rossini was named Ray Anderson’s successor as ASU’s AD in May 2024 and has already planned for major changes under his reign. The 40-year-old hopes to make a long-term impact at ASU, which begins with the significant renovations at Desert Financial Arena.
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