Illinois Fighting Illini Tickets

With a solid tradition of winning on the hardwood, the Illinois Fighting Illini are usually a Big 10 title contender. Illinois Fighting Illini tickets enable fans to enjoy a quality college basketball experience.

Illinois Fighting Illini Tickets: Historical Overview

In basketball, the Illinois Fighting Illini have won over 65% of its games. The school has made 29 appearances in the NCAA tournament. On five occasions, Illinois has reached the Final Four.

Several longtime Illini coaches enjoyed strong runs at the university. Harry Combes (1947-48 to 1966-67) and Lou Henson (1975-76 to 1995-96) are legendary figures in the program's history. In 23 of the last 29 years, the Illini have garnered a bid into March Madness.

On the football side, the Illini enjoyed some early success, but have not won many trophies in the last 50 years. Overall, Illinois has appeared in 16 bowl games. Robert Zuppke (1913-41) is the program's most notable head coach. In terms of top players, Red Grange (1923-24) and Dick Butkus (1962-64) are at the head of the class. 

Championship Seasons

On the hardwood, the Illinois Fighting Illini have captured 19 Big 10 championships (17-regular season, 2-tournament). From 1948-49 to 1951-52, Combes won three regular season titles. All three of his Big 10 champion teams in this period advanced to the Final Four.

Early in the last decade, Illinois won a Big 10 regular season and/or tournament title in five consecutive seasons.

In football, the school has recorded 15 Big 10 championships, but only three of the crowns have come since 1963. Zuppke won seven conference titles in a stretch from 1914-28.

Illinois Fighting Illini Tickets at Home Facilities

In hoops, the Illinois Fighting Illini play at Assembly Hall (capacity of 16,618). The arena opened in 1963. Illinois Fighting Illini tickets are a great entertainment choice for any basketball fan.

On the gridiron, the Illini compete at Memorial Stadium (capacity of 62,872).

Illinois Fighting Illini Tickets: 2011-12 Season

Led by head coach Bruce Weber, the Illinois Fighting Illini will be looking for a second consecutive visit to the NCAA tournament in 2011-12. The home slate will feature several marquee Big 10 contests.

In football, sophomore quarterback Nathan Scheelhaase will lead the Illini in 2011 following last year's winning campaign. Conference showdowns against Ohio State and Michigan will highlight this season's home schedule. Illinois Fighting Illini tickets will also be available for home matchups against Arkansas State, South Dakota State, Arizona State, Western Michigan, Northwestern and Wisconsin.