George Nelson Fieldhouse
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The George Nelson Fieldhouse is a multi-purpose arena
Arena
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 on the campus of Utah State University
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 in Logan, Utah
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. As a 6,500-seat arena, it was home to the Utah State University men's basketball
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 team until the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum opened in 1970.

Since the removal of the bleachers, the Fieldhouse now functions primarily as an exercise facility for students and faculty. It contains two basketball courts, a running track, small climbing gym, and exercise equipment. The building sits directly across from the HPER building, the largest exercise facility on campus.

Though the Fieldhouse no longer serves the USU basketball teams, it remains the primary venue for home varsity indoor track meets.

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