Why Rocky Mount Event Center Is Perfect for a Youth Volleyball or Basketball Tournament

Rocky Mount Event Center sits in the heart of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, a vibrant and growing metropolitan area between the shore and the Research Triangle. We’re an ideal location for hosting youth tournaments for volleyball and basketball with our huge spaces and family-friendly amenities.  Keep reading to learn why you should choose our venue.

Large Event Space

We have one of the largest and most versatile event spaces outside of the Research Triangle in our state. Our indoor sports facility has every amenity within our complex for an all-day sporting event during preliminary rounds. 

We provide seating for smaller courts and a large main arena for championships. There are plenty of restrooms, food, and entertainment options for kids of all ages who aren’t participating in the tournament.

We offer a size that’s perfect for three-day or four-day tournaments, which is easier on families and travel sports teams. Because of our size, we’re also more affordable than larger venues in Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, or Chapel Hill. We’re happy to discuss your requirements whenever you’re ready to schedule your tournament.

indoor volleyball courts in North Carolina with volleyball teams

75,000 Square Feet of Playing Space

Our main tournament floor encompasses 75,000 square feet of floor space for volleyball or basketball tournaments. You’ll have plenty of room to schedule round-robin play on a Thursday before heading to bracket play on Friday and championship Saturday.

Included in the playing space is room for seating along the sidelines for coaches and extra players. Small bleachers are provided for the families of the participants. If you want to watch the action from above, our second-floor mezzanine gives you a panoramic view of the entire area.

A see-through netting partition separates one half of the tournament floor from the other to prevent balls from landing on other courts.  The well-lit space offers the perfect area for photo opportunities and action shots.

16 Volleyball Courts

The main floor can accommodate up to 16 volleyball courts for pool play, eight on one side and eight on the other. For the championship, we provide a master court at 50 feet by 94 feet, surrounded by bleacher-style chair-backed seats.

Nearby locker rooms offer a space for players to regroup. Hold team meetings before and after the match in the team meeting rooms adjacent to the floor space. Everything you need is right here to have a fantastic volleyball experience for the weekend.

boys basketball game at Rocky Mount Event Center

8 Basketball Courts

Schedule round-robin games during preliminary rounds with ease thanks to eight full-size basketball courts with sturdy rims and backboards that swing down from the rafters. Spectators will have small bleachers to watch on one side of the court while teams have chairs on the other.

Your final two teams will have a championship-level experience with a master court surrounded by elevated seating on both sides. A trophy presentation afterward completes the experience.

Accommodating Over 4,000 spectators

The master court for championship games on Saturday or Sunday can host up to 4,000 spectators. These aren’t traditional bleachers. They are sturdy, chair-backed seats that fold down when you sit and fold up when you rise. 

Feel free to bring a seat cushion to make your game-viewing experience more comfortable. Spacious aisles make it easy to ascend and descend the rows of seats with 17 rows of seating. 

The electronic scoreboard keeps track of each team’s points during the championship round. Championship basketball play will feature professional rims with shot clocks above each backboard. The final match of volleyball tournaments features a professional-style net with antennas on both ends.

On-Site Concessions

We have three on-site concession locations to serve teams and their families throughout the day:

The Courtside Cafe and Field House concessions are near the main courts. The Game Day Adventure & Arcade sits just off the courts in a family-friendly activity area.

All of our concessions feature popular menu items:

  • Burgers
  • Chicken tenders 
  • Chicken sandwiches
  • French fries
  • Onion rings
  • Pizza
  • Soda
  • Nachos
  • Popcorn
  • Candy bars
  • Chips
  • Salads
  • Fruit cups

Catering is available for tournaments if you want that as an option for VIP rooms. We have an in-house catering team, or you can have catering delivered from one of the restaurants here in Rocky Mount.

On-Site Arcade

Do you have siblings who aren’t participating in the sports on the court? The Game Day Adventure & Arcade has activities for kids of all ages. It’s open on Saturday at 11 a.m. during tournament time and has separate admission prices from tournament action. 

  • The Ballocity Play Area has soft mazes and ball pits for younger kids. 
  • The Redemption Arcade has challenging arcade games, pop-a-shot, and skeeball.
  • A climbing wall area has short walls for younger kids and tall walls for teens and adults.
  • An aerial ropes course is for older kids and has a bird’s eye view of the Game Day Arcade.

Ask for Our References & Book a Time

Discover the perfect venue for hosting your volleyball or basketball tournament at Rocky Mount Event Center. We’d be happy to show you the place and discuss your options. Feel free to ask us for references, and we’ll be happy to supply them.

Reach out today to talk to one of our tournament specialists.