First look at Hancock wows Redbird fans, alumni

Fans in seats at Hancock

More than 350 Illinois State fans, alumni, staff, and donors were invited to Hancock Stadium’s dedication Wednesday night. The Redbirds will open the home portion of the schedule this Saturday.

New parking procedures for Redbird football

To ensure a smooth transition into the 2013 Redbird football season, the Illinois State Athletics Department wanted to inform fans of the new game day parking and tailgating changes that have taken place, due to the construction of the newly renovated Hancock Stadium.

Renovated Hancock set to open September 21 with fireworks

Hancock Stadium

For months, the renovations on the east side of Hancock Stadium have been progressing and on September 21, fans will get to watch the first Illinois State football contest inside the stadium against Abilene Christian. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.

New parking procedures for Redbird football

Hancock Stadium from Main Street

Due to the renovations on the east side of Hancock Stadium, parking for Redbird football has been reallocated to nearby lots and facilities. View the newly designed plan and map.

Campus construction: What’s changed for fall 2013

Hancock Stadium under construction

To help returning students, alumni, and other Redbirds keep track of it all, here’s a roundup of the Top 5 construction projects that were completed over the summer, will be finished soon, or will get underway this year.

Redbird football miniplan ticket packages on sale

Hancock Stadium

Illinois State fans can now purchase miniplan ticket packages for the 2013 Redbird football season for $40, including two games of your choice, and an additional $20 for each additional game added.