The Grand Sierra Resort in Reno has officially announced a record-breaking investment of $1 billion.
A groundbreaking $1 billion financial commitment in Reno, Nevada is anticipated to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors and sports enthusiasts in the area. The Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) revealed this week that it will be receiving a record-breaking $1 billion investment from private sources, making it the biggest investment in the city’s history. The GSR’s ambitious plan involves renovating the current 140-acre property and adding exciting new features.
Over the next ten years, the project aims to create a new venue for the University of Nevada’s Men’s Basketball team. The innovative plan includes building a state-of-the-art arena with a capacity of 10,000 seats to serve as the Wolf Pack’s home. Along with hosting Men’s Basketball games, the arena will also be utilized for various sporting events and musical performances.
The upcoming arena is projected to cover around 300,000 square feet and provide various conveniences for Wolf Pack supporters, such as retail stores. It will also have ample parking options. Moreover, sports enthusiasts will have access to multiple beverage and food choices and have the opportunity to watch games from exclusive suites. The new arena at GSR is scheduled to debut in the autumn of 2026. Pending approval from the Board of Regents, the Nevada Men’s Basketball team is anticipated to play in either the 2026-27 or 2027-28 season.
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Alex Meruelo, the owner of GSR, stated that the goal is to convert GSR into a hub where the community, sports, and entertainment converge. Steve Alford, the head coach of Nevada Men’s Basketball, also mentioned that this ambitious venture will significantly impact the team. He expressed appreciation for Alex’s ambitious plans and generous backing, stating that it will result in a cutting-edge facility. He added that he is thrilled for the future of Wolf Pack Basketball.
We are extremely excited about this proposed plan that will further enhance our basketball programs.
Stephanie Rempe, director of Nevada Athletics
Stephanie Rempe, the Director of Athletics for Nevada, expressed her excitement about GSR’s ambitious plans. She believes that this project will greatly benefit the basketball programs and praised the impressive vision for a modern arena that will serve as the home for Nevada’s Men’s Basketball team.
She also discussed the advantages of the new arena for hosting Nevada Women’s Basketball events. Lastly, Rempe stated that this partnership would strengthen Nevada Athletics as a key part of the Northern Nevada community.
