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Hytche Athletic Center

Hytche Athletic Center is the Division I basketball home of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne. This FanProof… Read more

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Reviewed 10.8.26

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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)The university identifies Lot T with the William P. Hytche Athletic Center. Confirm the current event’s permitted lot and visitor-pass requirements before parking; a nearby space is not automatically authorized. For normal campus parking, use the university’s guest permit process and register the correct plate.
Arrive
Hytche Athletic Center is on the northwest side of the UMES campus at UMES Boulevard and College Backbone Road in Princess Anne. Hawk Stadium is behind it and the Student Services Center is alongside it. Route to the arena rather than another campus gym, then check the current game announcement for doors, tickets and bag restrictions.
Exact location
College Backbone Road, Princess Anne, MD 21853Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
UMES’s athletics directions approach Princess Anne on US 13 South, then turn toward campus at the university sign and traffic light. Complete the trip to the northwest-campus Hytche arena using the official campus map; the general university entrance is not the arena door. Check your event notice for an accessible drop-off or seating arrangement.
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A court-level view of UMES basketball at Hytche Athletic Center, with part of the maroon seating and sideline behind the players, in the official March 2, 2026 home-game recap. This action photograph does not show a full seating bowl or an individual seat view.
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A court-level view of UMES basketball at Hytche Athletic Center, with part of the maroon seating and sideline behind the players, in the official March 2, 2026 home-game recap. This action photograph does not show a full seating bowl or an individual seat view.

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Home teams
Maryland Eastern Shore basketball
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Venue details
Venue typeCollege Arena
Capacity5,500listed basketball capacity for the 2026–27 Division I season
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College Backbone Road, Princess Anne, MD 21853

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Destination: Hytche Athletic Center, College Backbone Road, Princess Anne, MD 21853. Hytche Athletic Center is on the northwest side of the UMES campus at UMES Boulevard and College Backbone Road in Princess Anne. Hawk Stadium is behind it and the Student Services Center is alongside it. Route to the arena rather than another campus gym, then check the current game announcement for doors, tickets and bag restrictions. UMES’s athletics directions approach Princess Anne on US 13 South, then turn toward campus at the university sign and traffic light. Complete the trip to the northwest-campus Hytche arena using the official campus map; the general university entrance is not the arena door. Check your event notice for an accessible drop-off or seating arrangement. The university identifies Lot T with the William P. Hytche Athletic Center. Confirm the current event’s permitted lot and visitor-pass requirements before parking; a nearby space is not automatically authorized. For normal campus parking, use the university’s guest permit process and register the correct plate.

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UMES’s athletics directions approach Princess Anne on US 13 South, then turn toward campus at the university sign and traffic light. Complete the trip to the northwest-campus Hytche arena using the official campus map; the general university entrance is not the arena door. Check your event notice for an accessible drop-off or seating arrangement. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Watch out for
UMES’s campus parking policy requires guests and visitors to obtain a valid permit through its Parking Portal. Permits are digital and tied to license plates. Confirm whether your basketball event provides a separate parking arrangement; staff/student evening privileges do not establish free parking for the general public.
Good arrival window
Hytche Athletic Center is on the northwest side of the UMES campus at UMES Boulevard and College Backbone Road in Princess Anne. Hawk Stadium is behind it and the Student Services Center is alongside it. Route to the arena rather than another campus gym, then check the current game announcement for doors, tickets and bag restrictions.
Main transit note
UMES’s athletics directions approach Princess Anne on US 13 South, then turn toward campus at the university sign and traffic light. Complete the trip to the northwest-campus Hytche arena using the official campus map; the general university entrance is not the arena door. Check your event notice for an accessible drop-off or seating arrangement.
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Parking At A Glance

What to do
The university identifies Lot T with the William P. Hytche Athletic Center. Confirm the current event’s permitted lot and visitor-pass requirements before parking; a nearby space is not automatically authorized. For normal campus parking, use the university’s guest permit process and register the correct plate.
Avoid
Do not assume that weekend or evening arrival waives guest permit requirements, or park in a reserved lot based only on its proximity to Hytche.
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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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College basketball game day

Hytche Athletic Center reflects Maryland Eastern Shore traditions and campus rhythms, but the smoothest visit starts with the school’s current game-day information rather than a generic arena address.

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Why It Works

  • ✓Maryland Eastern Shore traditions and campus atmosphere
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Reviewed 10.8.26

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