Barnyard Events

Don't Miss ESPN's Student Spirit Week!
ESPN2 will be showcasing our student section during the game versus Illinois. They will be focusing on our traditions and the fantastic students in The Barnyard!

Please, bring your friends and family. You can buy extra tickets for just $5; in order to purchase these tickets, you will need a UCard. However, anyone can use the tickets. You can purchase the tickets on game night, at the bookstore now through Wednesday or at the Ticket Box Office in Mariucci Arena.

Last year, Illinois brought almost 200 students. we don' t want them to be the focus of the Student Spirit Week in our arena! Make signs, dress up and have some fun in the section. Let' s give the men of Maroon and Gold a 6th man advantage! The crowd was amazing at the game against Purdue. let' s do it again!

Also, ESPN2 is planning on bringing a camera to Sally' s before the game! Get there and be on tv. It is recommended that you are there by 4pm. Then. come to the arena for free pizza for the first people in the section. The pizza is delivered to the arena an hour before game time and is distributed on a first come, first served basis.

During the first half of the game, we will be giving away a 5 pound Nut Roll for the Nuttiest Fan of the Game! The Alexandria Aces will be performing at half-time. And Miss Minnesota Nicole Swanson will be leading the National Anthem! Also have the chance to sign up for a fun half time competition for great prizes!!

The Illinois game is on January 17th at 6 pm. Get there early!!