Capel Arena
Health, Physical Education & Recreation Complex or Sports Complex
was completed in 1995. Named after Felton J. Capel, FSU Board of Trustee Member.
The Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Building boasts a 4,000-seat basketball arena, an indoor track, an aerobics studio, racquetball courts, outdoor tennis courts, weight rooms, and more.
During the season, from November through March, the Broncos sweat it out on the court, but the FSU basketball court isn't just used during basketball games. The area serves several purposes. On graduation day, the basketball floor is removed and the ceremony is held in the arena. Other events can also be held in the arena.
Enjoy playing tennis? FSU's Capel Arena has four courts for the enjoyment of faculty, staff, and students. Don't have time to play during the day? With the court lights, you can play in the day time or in the evening.
The FSU swimming pool is also located in the Felton J. Capel Arena. The pool is Olympic sized and has a shallow end and diving board. The pool is available for use by students, faculty, and staff.
The complex, considered one of the best at the Division II level is named after Felton J. Capel, who chaired Fayetteville State University's board of trustees and later served as vice chairman of the school's foundation board. Capel is also the father of Jeff Capel, Assistant Coach for the Charlotte Bobcats NBA team.