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How to prepare for IU game days

By Ellie Albin

ealbin@iu.edu | @EllieAlbin1

Game days are big at IU: packed parking lots, football tailgates, students walking to the stadiums and, obviously, a sea of cream and crimson spirit wear.

But every cheering fan that packs into IU’s stadiums goes into game day with a plan. Review the list below to make sure you’ve checked all the boxes for a perfect day out and about at IU’s biggest sporting venues.

Buying tickets:

Tickets for the 2022-23 football and basketball seasons are on sale now. To buy a student combo pack –– meaning tickets to seven home football games and up to 16 home men’s basketball games –– the price is $425. is can be charged to a student’s bursar.

Football season tickets can also be bought without the basketball combo. e price for football season tickets is $105.

When arriving at games, students should make sure they have both their tickets and student ID ready to show at the gates. Besides football and men’s basketball, though, all sporting events are free for students with their ID.

Finding an outfi t:

It’s easy to nd IU gear on and around campus. With places like the IU Varsity Shop, Tracks, the IMU bookstore, Greetings, e Indiana Shop and T.I.S. College Bookstore just footsteps away from campus, nding cream and crimson jerseys, shirts and other gear is simple.

It’s important to dress accordingly for different seasons, too. Shorts, tank tops, sunscreen and sunglasses are vital to surviving the heat of the rst few football games, but jackets and pants quickly become necessary once October rolls around. And, if you plan on waiting in line outside Assembly Hall to grab the best general admission seats during basketball season, hats and heavy coats help with the multi-hour wait.

Game food:

While many people like to tailgate before games, there are many options in Bloomington if you’d rather dine-in somewhere. Restaurants such as Bu aLouie’s –– whose walls are covered in IU memorabilia –– Mother Bear’s Pizza or Nick’s English Hut o er food good enough to fuel you up for any big game.

Tra c and parking:

Tra c can get pretty hectic on game days at IU, especially during football and basketball seasons. It is recommended that you buy a parking pass from the IU Athletics Ticket O ces prior to your arrival at IU’s sporting venues. e IU Athletics Ticket O ces also recommends buying a seasonal parking pass for games at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. If paying for parking at a single game, though, it should be noted that only cash is accepted at the gate.

In addition to planning in advance, be patient when waiting in tra c. Police are often directing tra c outside the stadiums, so pay attention to their signals and wait your turn.

Permitted items:

Most of the rules at Memorial Stadium are standard when compared to stadiums across the nation. However, you may not know that they have a clear bag policy, meaning you can only bring in clear plastic bags, a one-gallon freezer bag or a clutch with or without a handle. Items such as backpacks, computer bags, camera cases and more are prohibited. Assembly Hall follows these same guidelines.

With this info in mind, you’re bound to have a great time at any IU sporting event and soak in the whole experience.

Tailgating necessities for football season

By Garrett Newman

ganewman@iu.edu

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In fall, the leaves begin to turn, the weather enters its most pleasant phase — and football returns, electrifying the college sports atmosphere. For some, a tailgate can be as little as a radio playing the game and a nice day grilling outside. For others, though, it has become a way of life, something that requires constant ne-tuning to achieve the best gameday experience. is fall, make sure that the tailgate you attend has these football season necessities.

Pop-Up Tent:

If you’ve been in Indiana before, you know that the weather ip- ops on a whim. e everchanging climate doesn’t stop for football season, where it will go from 93 degrees of blazing sun to a cool downpour in the span of a half an hour. A pop-up tent will save you a great deal of inconvenience at the tailgate by eliminating any risk of bad weather that could negatively a ect your gameday experience.

Bluetooth Speakers:

Nothing is worse than waking up early, camping out in the tailgate elds, nally getting to your spot and realizing that you forgot a speaker. e bluetooth speaker is the heart of any good tailgate – it is responsible for broadcasting the music or game coverage to your entire party. Depending on how many screens you’ve included in your setup, some people may not be able to watch the game. Having a speaker ensures everyone is included, there will never be a dull moment.

Portable Power Station:

A portable power station is incredibly helpful when it comes to keeping phones and other devices charged and ready to go. Many of these o er various outlets and ports, allowing anyone to take advantage of them no matter the phone brand. A portable power station is also a lifesaver if you need to plug in a television to catch the beginning of College Gameday or SportsCenter.

Cooler:

A good cooler is crucial to a successful tailgate and is arguably the most important item on this list. No matter what beverages you choose to pack, ice cold is always better than lukewarm. If the cooler is large enough, you can store perishable food items inside of it as well. Ice is convenient to buy at gas stations and grocery stores: just stop at Kroger or Marathon before the day of the game, and you’ll be all set for Saturdays this fall.

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