There are telescopic bleachers which can be placed in an open position to allow more permanent seating for events.The facility was also the venue for the 2004–2005 season of the American Basketball Association Maryland Nighthawks as well as home of the Patriot League Men's and Women's Basketball Championship in 2002-2004, the Chesapeake Icebreakers minor league hockey team (1997–1999), the Chesapeake Tide and Maryland Maniacs indoor football teams and the 2010 Atlantic 10 Conference Women's Basketball Tournament.The arena also contains two backstage ramps and two permanent concession stands plus a full-service bar.Seating capacities are 3,000 for rodeos and horse shows, 5,500 for hockey and basketball, 5,200 for boxing and wrestling and up to 4,700 for concerts.[4] The Show Place Arena is located on the property of the Prince Georges Equestrian Center.