By Andy Dahn
BLOOMINGTON – Redbird Arena is the site for this year’s IHSA Girls Basketball State Finals.
Class 1A and 2A teams will compete on Feb. 26 and 27, while Class 3A and 4A teams will vie for a state title March 4 and 5. Beth Sauser of the IHSA said the finals will feature teams from all over Illinois.
“We have some teams from the Chicago area, Rockford, down south and plenty of other areas,” Sauser said. “We have a great representation from throughout the state.”
The finals could also mean big bucks for the Bloomington-Normal area. Sauser said over 20,000 fans are expected to attend the finals, which means an estimated economic impact of over $1.5 million.
“It’s a great place and the fans really enjoy it,” said Sauser. “They take advantage of our community. Whether it’s gassing up at gas stations, eating at restaurants or staying at our hotels.”
More information on the game and ticket prices can be found by calling the Redbird Arena Ticket Office at (309) 438-8000.
Andy Dahn can be reached at andy.dahn@cumulus.com.
