Back the Redbirds

Date:  11/29/06
Contact: Jay Groves

Illinois State University is offering several options to cheer on the Redbirds when they play Youngstown State University in the quarterfinals of the Division 1 Football Championship, Saturday, December 2 at 5 p.m. (CST).

Any fan traveling to Youngtown State can attend a free reception hosted by President Al and Linda Bowman and Athletics Director Sheahon and Pam Zenger. The reception will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. (EST) at the Youngstown State University Kilcawley Center Schwebell Reception Lounge.

Those who prefer to stay closer to home can gather to watch the game on three big-screen televisions at the Bone Student Center Brown Ballroom. Admission is free and activities will include games for children. Concessions and a cash bar will also be available. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Chicago area fans can also view the game together at a Redbird Watch Party at three Windy City locations. They are:

John Barleycorn Memorial Pub - (773) 348-8899 - 658 W Belden Ave

Barleycorn Sports Bar - (773) 348-0414 - 2142 N Clybourn Ave

John Barley Corn - (773) 549-6000 - 3524 N Clark St.