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REC: Basketball
Drop-in, participant-led play in the Ed Wright Practice Facility. Find court hours, community standards, facility information, and everything you need to know before your next game.
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Hours of Operation
Visit the REC: Sports page for the most up-to-date REC: Basketball hours.
About REC: Basketball
No two games start the same way.
Some players arrive with friends. Others come on their own, looking for the next game. A basketball bounces across the floor. Someone asks, "Need one?" and another game begins.
REC: Basketball is shaped by the people who show up. Depending on the day, participants work together to share the available courts, deciding between full-court games, half-court games, or simply shooting around.
Located in the Ed Wright Practice Facility (76 Broadview Arena), the space also supports Division I Athletics, recreation programs, and special events.
Some games are close. Some are just for fun. Both belong here.
Facility Snapshot
- Location: Ed Wright Practice Facility (76 Broadview Arena)
- Play Style: Open REC drop-in basketball
- Court Availability: Up to 2 full courts or 4 half courts, depending on facility programming
- Equipment: Limited basketballs available, so recommended to bring your own ball
- Access: UB ID or Recreation membership credential required
REC: Basketball during summer orientation.
Ed Wright Practice Facility, 76 Broadview Arena
UB students playing REC: Basketball.
Before You Hit the Court
Your visit begins at the entrance to the Ed Wright Practice Facility.
To access REC: Basketball, present your UB ID or Recreation membership credential to Recreation staff during scheduled REC: Basketball hours.
Once you're inside, find an open hoop or look for a game to join. REC: Basketball is participant-led, giving players the opportunity to work together and make the most of the available courts.
Community Standards
Our REC: Sports are built on shared respect. Every member plays a part in creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment.
Members help by:
- Sharing courts when others are waiting.
- Working together to make the best use of the available space.
- Wearing appropriate athletic shoes.
- Using headphones for personal audio. Personal speakers are not permitted.
- Treating others with respect through sportsmanship and positive communication.
- Avoiding hanging on the rims or damaging equipment.
- Following posted policies and staff instructions.
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Before You Arrive
Current Recreation Members with valid membership/access privileges are welcome to participate in REC: Basketball during operating hours.
REC: Basketball hours are available on the REC: Sports webpage. Because the pool is shared with Division I Athletics, hours may change throughout the year. Before your visit, check the Monthly Closures page for the latest schedule updates and upcoming closures.
Yes. Present your UB ID or Recreation membership credential to the staff member in the Ed Wright Practice Facility during scheduled REC: Basketball hours.
Bring your UB ID or Recreation membership credential, athletic shoes, comfortable workout attire, and a water bottle. Limited basketballs are available for use through Member Services, but you're encouraged to bring your own.
REC: Basketball takes place in the Ed Wright Practice Facility (76 Broadview Arena).
The Ed Wright Practice Facility is a shared space that supports Division I Athletics, recreation programs, and special events. Depending on the day's schedule, anywhere from four to eight hoops may be available for REC: Basketball.
During Your Visit
REC: Basketball is participant-led. If you'd like to play, introduce yourself and ask to join the next game. Participants work together to share courts and welcome new players.
No. Recreation staff supervise the facility, but participants organize their own games.
No. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may not be reserved for individual or group use.
Please be patient and work together with other participants to make the best use of the available space. Depending on demand, participants may choose to play full-court or half-court games.
Yes. You're welcome to shoot around on an available hoop. If others are waiting to play, please be prepared to share the court.
No. Basketball hoops and facility equipment may not be moved or adjusted by participants.
Report damaged equipment or facility concerns to Recreation staff as soon as possible.
Yes. Goggles are encouraged, and swim caps are required for swimmers with hair longer than one inch.
Facility Amenities
Yes. Water bottle filling stations and drinking fountains are conveniently located near the courts.
There is no formal spectator seating available. However, non-participants with an active Recreation membership are welcome to watch from the sidelines. During busy times, spectators may be asked to relocate or leave the activity area to accommodate participant demand, with priority given to those actively participating in REC: Basketball.
Yes. Day-use lockers are available in the locker rooms, located on the ground floor of Broadview Arena. Bring your own lock or use the available free locker options provided. REC Members can also rent a locker for the semester or year!
Yes. Locker rooms include shower facilities, as well as a sauna and steam room.
Policies & Etiquette
Yes. You may take photos or record yourself. Please respect others’ privacy and ensure your recording does not disrupt activities, facility operations, or anyone’s safety or experience. Staff may restrict recording if concerns arise.
No. Food is not permitted in the Ed Wright Practice Facility. Water is allowed in a plastic, resealable container.
Dunking is permitted; however, hanging on the rims is not.
Closed-toe, non-marking athletic shoes are required while using the courts.
Personal audio must be listened to with headphones. Personal speakers are not permitted.
No. Shirts must be worn at all times.
REC: Basketball is intended to be a safe and respectful environment for everyone. Unsportsmanlike conduct, aggressive behavior, or inappropriate language may result in staff intervention or removal from the facility.
Court availability may change due to attendance, facility programming, or special events. Recreation staff may adjust court assignments to help everyone make the most of the available space.
Contact a Professional
Dior Jackson
Associate Director for Facilities & Operations
Recreation
Recreation Member Services
Recreation