Polideportivo Municipal Carlos Cerutti, Municipal sports arena in Córdoba, Argentina
The Polideportivo Municipal Carlos Cerutti is a covered arena in Córdoba, Argentina, owned by the municipal government and used mainly for basketball, with futsal, volleyball, roller hockey and boxing also hosted there. It seats 3,500 spectators and serves as the home court of the Atenas club. In 2021 the municipality installed new LED lighting, repainted and repaired the roof and the playing surface.
Originally called Polideportivo General San Martín, the arena was renamed on 14 May 1992 in honour of Carlos Cerutti, an Atenas player who died in a car accident in May 1990 after 14 days in hospital. It hosted the Liga Nacional de Básquet finals in 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
The arena serves as the home court for Atenas basketball club and hosts matches that draw fans from across the city. Local supporters gather here regularly to watch competitive sports and support their teams.
The arena is located on Pinzón street and is accessible by public transportation from various parts of the city. Check ahead for event schedules and any specific entry requirements before planning your visit.
In 2021, the Municipality of Córdoba carried out major improvements to the facility, including roof repairs and a new playing surface. This marked the first significant renovation effort funded directly by the city rather than by the club.
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