FLORENCE, Ala. -- The University of North Alabama dedicated the Steve and Sheila Pierce Hospitality Suite at Flowers Hall on Saturday during the Lions' home basketball double-header against North Florida.

The suite, a focal point of Flowers Hall's major renovations over the last year, was made possible by a donation from the Pierce's, long-time supporters of UNA and its athletics program.

North Alabama President Dr. Ken Kitts and Athletic Director Mark Linder spoke at the dedication ceremony and presented the Pierce family with a plaque in their honor.

The Pierce's were joined at the ceremony by their children and grandchildren.


UNA President Dr. Ken Kitts speaks to the crowd at Flowers Hall.