The Spectrum in Philadelphia orginally opened in 1967. November 23rd,2010 was the day the recking ball started to take down the veteran arena, to make place for an entertainment complex. In 2003 Veterans Stadium was blown up and is currently a parking lot for the Sports Complex located in South Philadelphia. The Spectrum in recent years has been called the Corestate/First Union/ Wachovia Spectrum. The likes of Bob Clarke and Bernie Parent have won a pair of Stanley Cups for the Philadelphia Flyers. Dr. J other known as Julius Erving won a championship their as well as Wilt Chamberlain won the other basketball title. There are several Spectrum memories from NCAA Tournament games, concerts, circus, wrestling and many more events. The building may be taken apart brick by brick, however fans of Philadelphia sports will have a lifetime of memories.
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