Walter Sillers Coliseum renovations continue as Delta State prepares for basketball season

CLEVELAND, Miss. — Delta State basketball fans will see construction in progress when they return to Walter Sillers Coliseum for the 2026–27 season, with temporary accommodations in place as renovations continue.

The project includes updates to public restrooms, concourses, locker rooms, coaches’ offices and other areas throughout the building. Improvements include new ceilings, wall finishes, updated colors and plumbing fixtures, along with fire suppression system upgrades to meet current code requirements.

Glass-enclosed trophy displays in the main lobby will showcase Delta State’s basketball accomplishments.

For fans attending games this season, the most significant adjustment will involve restroom access. Temporary restrooms will be located outside the west side of the coliseum when the season begins. An accessible restroom will remain available on the first floor for individuals with disabilities.

Indoor public restroom renovations remain underway, with the goal of reopening those facilities before basketball season ends.

Ticketing procedures will remain the same. Fans purchasing tickets will enter on the east side, while will-call tickets and pass-list admissions will be handled on the west side.

Concessions will operate from temporary tables in their usual location. Floor-level accessible seating will remain available, and parking arrangements will stay the same.

Fans may encounter construction around the building’s exterior throughout the season. The basketball court and stage will remain unchanged, and areas open to spectators will be cleaned and prepared before the season begins.

Additional interior work is planned after basketball season, including renovation and expansion of the Margaret Wade Room. The updated space will accommodate group gatherings, alumni reunions and special events, with second-floor views of the court and access from the lower level.

Work planned for next summer includes a new east-side entrance, an elevator serving the second floor and an exterior staircase providing direct access to the upper level. The elevator will also provide access to additional accessible seating options.

The renovations will continue beyond the upcoming season as Delta State updates the longtime home of Statesmen and Lady Statesmen basketball.