McCarthey Athletic Center, basketball arena at Gonzaga University

McCarthey Athletic Center is a multipurpose indoor facility on Gonzaga University's campus in Spokane, seating about 6,000 people. The steeply angled bleachers bring fans close to the court, and large hanging screens combined with a powerful overhead sound system let everyone see the action and hear clearly.

Ground was broken in April 2003 on the site of Pecarovich Field, the baseball venue, and the arena opened on November 19, 2004 with a 98–80 win over Portland State. Naming rights went to the McCarthey brothers of Salt Lake City, Gonzaga alumni and former owners of The Salt Lake Tribune. It replaced the Charlotte Y. Martin Centre, known as The Kennel, home to Bulldogs basketball for 39 years.

The arena is nicknamed "The New Kennel" after the Charlotte Y. Martin Centre, Gonzaga's home court for 39 years, which fans called "The Kennel." As the MAC became the established arena, more fans began calling it simply "The Kennel" and referring to its predecessor as the "Martin Centre." The painted floor shows a bulldog head with "GONZAGA" and "THE KENNEL."

The facility is easily accessible from downtown Spokane and offers good sight lines from every seat due to the steep seating arrangement. Arriving early for popular games is recommended, as events can fill to capacity quickly, especially when Gonzaga is playing important matches.

Beyond basketball, the venue hosts concerts and comedy shows, with artists like Ben Folds and bands such as Death Cab for Cutie having performed here. The arena also hosted NCAA women's basketball tournament games multiple times, bringing national attention and visitors to the city.