University of Minnesota Athletics
New Fan Enhancements Announced for Men's Basketball Home Games
11/1/2019 8:57:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Gopher Athletics is pleased to announce numerous enhancements for Minnesota Men's Basketball fans to enjoy at Williams Arena throughout the 123rd season of Gopher Basketball. The season tips off with the Gophers' home opener on Tuesday, November 5th at 7:00pm against Cleveland State.
Beer & Wine Sales
Fans are able to purchase beer and wine in all seating areas at Williams Arena for all home games
Beer and Wine stands on the concourse are located near sections 100, 109, 113, and 222
New Concession Items
New Concessions items arrive at Williams Arena this season, including Northern Taco, Na'cho Average Nacho, and Relish.
Mini Plans
Mini Plan packages are for fans who want a little more flexibility while not attending every home game at Williams Arena
Packages start at just $70 for 6 games!
Purchase a mini plan package today!
Season Ticket Price Decrease
Season ticket packages start at just $340, the lowest Men's Basketball season ticket price point since the 1995-96 season.
Purchase a season ticket package today!
Ticketing Accounting Management Features
Through a new partnership with Paciolan, fans can take advantage of numerous account management enhancements including digital tickets to enter Williams Arena.
Enhanced features to transfer tickets, utilize mobile tickets for entering the stadium, easily post to secondary market and more.
Parking
Digital parking passes are now available and can be transferred through account management functionality.
Passes are still available for purchase for the 2019-20 season.
Gopher Student Rewards App
Through a partnership with Game Point, Gopher students will now be able to accumulate points for attending, and staying, at games.
The longer a student is at the game the more points they will accumulate and points can be used to redeem offers at various businesses around campus.
Students who participate will also be eligible to win cash prizes each month ($3,500 given away each month!
Students who wish to participate simply need to download the Game Point app and check-in when they attend Gopher events.
Download the rewards app here! iOS | Android
Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Cub Family 4 Packs offered at six games throughout the season to enhance the family game day experience
Baby and Me Ticket Package offered on Sunday, January 12th
Pre-game event at the Maturi Pavilion on November 29th and January 12th
Family-Friendly Game Times
The Gophers will host seven afternoon games this season to accommodate families who want to enjoy Gopher basketball at an earlier time in the day.
Friday, November 29 – 2:00pm vs. DePaul
Sunday, December 15 – 5:30pm vs. Ohio State
Saturday, December 28 – 1:00pm or 3:00pm vs. Florida International
Sunday, January 12 – 12:00pm vs. Michigan
Sunday, January 26 – 2:00pm vs. Michigan State
Sunday, February 16 – 12:00pm vs. Iowa
Sunday, March 8 – 12:00pm vs. Nebraska
Themed Game Days
Gopher Men's Basketball will host 11 themed games throughout the season to provide each game day with an exciting experience.
Sunday, November 24 – Military Appreciation Night vs. North Dakota
Friday, November 29 – Black Friday vs. DePaul
Sunday, December 15 – Big Ten Home Opener and Holidazzle vs. Ohio State
Sunday, December 28 – Youth Day, Family Day, and Future Students Day vs. Florida International
Sunday, January 5 – Agriculture Day vs. Northwestern
Sunday, January 12 – Fan Appreciation Day vs. Michigan
Sunday, January 26 – Willie Burton Banner Raising vs. Michigan State
Wednesday, February 5 – Minnesota Proud vs. Wisconsin
Sunday, February 16– Alumni Day vs. Iowa
Wednesday, February 26 – Academic Night vs. Maryland
Sunday, March 8 – Senior Day and Space Day vs. Nebraska