Now that Sacramento is building an arena downtown, they're…
“Now that Sacramento is building an arena downtown, they're the only one not in an urban core. The only one. It's really not good business. It's nothing against Auburn Hills, Oakland County or L. Brooks Patterson. An arena in the middle of a field is not an ideal thing.”
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Comments that an arena built in a non‑urban area is a poor business decision compared to other locations.
In simple terms: Building arenas outside city centers hurts business.
Consider location impact on success.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- city development
- sports management
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors could make a remote arena succeed?
- How do community needs influence venue placement?
Some arenas thrive despite remote sites.