January 22, 2013
NORMAL, Ill. - For the 10th year running, Illinois State Athletics will host the "Taste of Redbirds" in Horton Field House prior to the Illinois State-Southern Illinois men's basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, on Doug Collins Court at Redbird Arena.
This year's Taste of Redbirds will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m., prior to the 3:05 p.m. tipoff between the in-state rival Redbirds and Salukis on what has been dubbed “Retro Night,” presented by Prenzler Outdoor. In honor of the night’s event, ISU’s men’s team will be wearing replica I-state uniforms, similar to the uniforms worn by the 1972-73 team.
Admission to the Taste is free, but tickets for food and beverages (while supplies last) will be available for purchase at the event. Participating local vendors include Alexander's Steakhouse, Avanti's Italian Restaurant, Bandanas BBQ, Beer Nuts, Buffalo Wild Wings, Denny's Doughnuts and Bakery, D. P. Dough, Famous Dave's, Jimmy Johns, Moe's Southwest Grill, Reality Bites and Times Past Inn with a potential for more to be added prior to the event.
In addition, Reggie’s Fun Zone will be accessible in the field house, including inflatables provided by Fun on the Run and a climbing wall provided by Upper Limits. The Zoo Lady will also be in attendance to paint faces for kids at the event and the The Alamo II will be on hand with discounted Redbird merchandise for sale. The ISU pep band will cap off the event with a performance just prior to 2:30 p.m.
For more information on the Taste of Redbirds, please visit GoRedbirds.com or call (309) 438-3803. To order tickets for the ISU-SIU basketball game, please call the Illinois State Athletics Ticket Office located in Redbird Arena at (309) 438-8000.
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