First Bank & Trust Arena
Building Description
First Bank & Trust Arena is the premier competition venue for Jackrabbits basketball, volleyball and wrestling. This state-of-the-art facility is the result of a two-year renovation of what was formerly Frost Arena. The first competition in the newly renovated space was held on October 3, 2024.
Entering the First Bank & Trust Arena, you'll find the Brookings Health Box Office and dedicated entrances for courtside seats. The second-level concourse highlights Jackrabbits Athletics with photos, trophies, and a mural made from the original Frost Arena floor. Premium seating areas, including the Midco Club and loge boxes, offer elevated experiences, while the Dakota Layers Deck serves as a hospitality and viewing area. Students access the arena via the west side, with a dedicated Hefty Student Deck offering courtside seating. The third level features premium suites for sponsors and partners. Throughout the arena, you鈥檒l experience cutting-edge technology, including a state-of-the-art video board, an advanced sound system and dynamic lighting. With seating for nearly 5,000, the arena ensures an unforgettable experience.
The state legislature approved the project in February 2022 with $43.1 million to come from private donations, $6 million from 成人视频鈥檚 maintenance repair fund and $4 million from university funds. An increase in student fees was not required.
The lead private gift, which was announced Sept. 13, 2021, comes from Brookings-based First Bank & Trust. The $20 million donation provides naming rights to the facility, which had been known as Frost Arena. It was the largest single gift in the history of South Dakota State University.
Frost Arena was opened in 1973 and served as the site of memorable Jackrabbit moments through the 2023-24 athletic season.
