Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez
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| Full name | Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez |
|---|---|
| Location | Pájaros, Bayamón, Puerto Rico |
| Coordinates | 18°23′41.85″N 66°9′3″W / 18.3949583°N 66.15083°W |
| Capacity | 3,000 (minimum) 12,000 (maximum) |
| Field size | 310 feet by 310 feet |
| Construction | |
| Built | 1988 |
| Tenants | |
| Vaqueros de Bayamón (BSN) (1988–present) Vaqueras de Bayamón (LVSF) (1988–present) Puerto Rico Tip-Off (NCAA) | |
Coliseo Rubén Rodriguez is a prominent indoor sporting arena located in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. Named in honor of Rubén Rodríguez, a legendary former player for the Vaqueros de Bayamón, the coliseum was inaugurated in 1988 and remains one of the largest venues in the San Juan metropolitan area. It has a seating capacity of approximately 12,000 spectators and is accessible via the Tren Urbano commuter system, with the Deportivo station serving as the nearest stop. The arena is best known as the home court of the Vaqueros de Bayamón, one of the most successful franchises in Puerto Rican basketball history. Since its opening, the arena has hosted a wide variety of events, including UFC 8, an internationally televised mixed martial arts event, as well as basketball, volleyball, boxing, concerts, and other large-scale entertainment shows. It continues to serve as a central hub for sports and cultural events in Puerto Rico.