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Stephen Mally
Men's Basketball

Iowa MBB Exhibition Tickets Available to General Public for $5

Tickets to the University of Iowa men's basketball team's exhibition game against Illinois Springfield are open to the public and available for $5.

IOWA CITY, Iowa – Hawkeye fans can get their first glimpse of the 2026-27 University of Iowa men’s basketball team Tuesday when the Hawkeyes host Illinois Springfield in an exhibition contest at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.

After UI students had first access to claim free admission to the event, the remaining tickets are now available to the general public through the Iowa Athletics Ticket Office for $5. (UI students can still claim tickets through their UI ticket portal.)

The game will tip off at 6:30 p.m. (CT) and it will be streamed on B1G+ and broadcast on the Hawkeye Radio Network.

Prior to and after the game, UI students can get exclusive food and drink specials at participating restaurants in the Iowa River Landing.

UI students who attend the game will also receive an exclusive t-shirt. Students are encouraged to arrive early for giveaways, games and chances to win prizes.  

General public can also purchase premium seating options through Xtream Arena. For reserved seating in the Gerdin Family Club, please contact Xtream Arena at (319) 569-4500 or email xtreamarenatickets@oakviewgroup.com.