a traditional adversary relationship. The league was successful and attendance between 1973 and 1975 increased to an overall average of 900 per game. End-of-season league play-offs were standing room only. But involvement in the league, which was never formalized enough to support and enforce the schedules (i.e., no penalty for missed games, forfeitures), also created additional expenses for all the teams. The league folded as teams withdrew due to financial hardships. During their 25 years of existence, supporter participation fluctuated, peaking during 1973-1975. Those seasons showed average game attendances of approximately 900. After the 1975 season, participation gradually declined, culminating in the 1984-1985 season's average attendance of 250. Renovations After an almost $3.5 million renovation, Kennedy Arena was officially dedicated on January 30, 2009. The renovation raised the seating capacity from 800 to 1,200. Other improvements included a longer ice rink; new boards, glass, and safety net; new bleachers across the back end of the arena; four new locker rooms; upgrades to locker rooms; and an enhanced heating and lighting system. Improvements were also made to the warming room and concession area, to allow for more and better off-season use of the facility, including usage by teens and seniors. The shell of the building remains relatively unchanged from its original construction in 1963. References External links Kennedy Arena on RomeNewYork.com Sports venues in New York (state) Indoor arenas in New York (state) Sports venues in Oneida County, New York Rome, New York Indoor ice hockey venues in New York (state) 1964 establishments in New York (state) Sports venues completed in 1964