Iowa Purchases NCAA Elite Eight Court for Carver-Hawkeye Arena

IOWA CITY, Iowa -- The University of Iowa Athletics Department has purchased the official court used in the NCAA Houston Regional Elite Eight, bringing a piece of March basketball’s biggest stage to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

The new playing surface comes as the current Carver-Hawkeye Arena court -- last replaced in 2016 -- had reached a typical point in its lifecycle for replacement. The upgrade ensures a high-performance surface for student-athletes, while introducing a visual update inside the venue.

For the first time since the arena opened in 1983, the parquet layout will be replaced with a modern, single-surface design. While the overall look will remain similar to the previous floor, a few new design elements will be incorporated. The court will continue to be known as Mediacom Court.

The maple court is manufactured by Connor Sports, a longtime provider of flooring for NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.

The department will preserve the current court and is developing plans to create commemorative memorabilia for fans and supporters.

NEW CARVER-HAWKEYE ARENA COURT FINISHING APPROXIMATE TIMELINE

May 18-21– Floor Arrives/Install

May 22-25 – Sanding/Floor Painting Prep/Layout

May 26-June 6 – Painting/Sealing/Drying