Gentry Complex, Nashville

The Gentry Complex at Tennessee State University in Nashville is a key feature of the university, especially for sports and recreation. Opened in 1980 and named after Howard C. Gentry Sr., an important figure in the university's history, this complex is central to the university's Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.

Equipped with various facilities for sports and fitness, the complex includes an arena, home to the TSU Tigers men's basketball team, with a seating capacity of 10,500. This makes it suitable for large sports events. The complex also has a dance studio, an indoor track, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, racquetball courts, and a training and weight room. These facilities accommodate a wide range of sports and fitness activities.

The indoor pool is notable for its role in training university swimming teams and aspiring Olympic swimmers. The complex's diverse facilities underline the university's commitment to sports, health, and fitness.

Previously, the university's basketball team was housed in Kean Hall Gymnasium, known as "Kean's Little Garden," for 27 years. The move to the Gentry Complex marked a significant upgrade in facilities and opportunities for athletes and students at Tennessee State University, reinforcing its role in promoting physical education and recreational activities on campus.