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Here's my take on the whole deal. I agree with the previous poster 100% because I am also an NDSU Football Fan that cannot state with a straight face that Bison Football is on par with Sioux Hockey. I also grew up in the western side of the state, when hockey was on par with Croquet in terms of popularity. I understand this is not a "hockey state" but the reason why is because of exposure. We had no Sioux games on local TV. We had our fill of Bison-Sioux FB games, Bison playoff games, and High School Basketball. I remember watching UND on PBS or ESPN when they were playing for the National Title, and that's about it. Fast forward to the present day. The FSSN has taken this program to the next level, IMO. Friday and Saturday nights during the winter is absolute primetime in North Dakota. With the tradition and the product and the fact that it is exposed to people statewide (especially youth), this has the potential to be huge when we're talking about the next generation.

Grafton has indeed been rolling. A matchup tomorrow to look for is Fargo South at Grafton. Talk about two teams going in seperate directions. Central at North on Saturday could also have a big say in the final regular season standings. Bottineau at Century is very big too out west. Could determine the #1 seed.

Today (30 days out from the game) Ticketmaster opened up a section of General Admission tickets. They are upper deck and first come first serve (amongst the students) but it might be your best bet to get 13 together. Good luck!

Thanks for the link. Prices might seem steep for some but when you don't have the hassle and expense of mailing tickets or tracking down the seller, it's a nice alternative!

Ticketmaster's online site shows there are still General Admission tickets left in the Student Section. They are first come, first serve without an "official" seat but at least you would be together. Good luck!

Hey all - Just saw on Ticketmaster yesterday that a number of tickets were opened for the Student Section for the Feb 11 and Feb 12 games vs. Alaska-Anchorage. They are "General Admission" so not assigned seats but the ticket gets you in the door for option of "first come, first serve" seating. Tix are $40 or so after fees.

Nice job, boys! Trupper! I was supposed to be at this game, but here I sit by the fire in my basement

Yes, the Irish Bar across the way is now closed. Just a heads up, I was checking around for some reservations for dinner/drinks before the game and apparently Saturday afternoon is also Minnesota State's Commencement for Winter Semester so expect eating places to be busy.

They are on the B2 Network. http://www.b2livetv.com/upcoming_events.asp?q=v&value=wcha ...this is the link that MSU provides. Just went out to ticketmaster and the best you can get for tickets on Saturday is SRO. Should be a fun time and I cannot wait! "It's seven o'clock and I wanna rock, wanna get a belly full of beer!"

There will be 5 Sioux Fans in Section 100 in Mankato on Saturday. I'm looking forward to it as it's my first trip there. Blue Brick is fun but it can be more of a Frat Party/College Crowd. For the over 25 set, Pub 500 is also downtown and offers a bit more upscale fare but still has good drink selections. It's about a block further from the arena than Blue Bricks. All the best!

Looking at the 2010-2011 Minnesota State Hockey Media Guide and under the opponents profiles they have "nickname" supplied for all opponents and North Dakota's is conveniently omitted.

I assume you are looking at December 4th? The Sioux are in Mankato on the 11th.

What section are seats in? Thx!

I know Buffalo Wild Wings on Columbia had one last year. It was free but it did leave 1/2 hour prior to faceoff. Crowds can be thick so arrive early. Whitey's in East Grand had one two (prior to new ownership, not sure about this year). I think that cost $5 or something per person but if I recall we got a free drink voucher. I've also seen adds in the Herald for Big Daddy's Lounge Casino on DeMers haveing a shuttle bus. I believe another bar next to Green Mill had one last season (Buck's?) Hope this helps.

Thanks for the tips everyone! I did frequent Mettler's about a decade ago during Vikings Training Camp. A great time to be in Mankato!

Road tripping to Mankato on December 11th - sounds like a blast! Also looking at securing tickets for 5 Sioux fans in Section 100 perhaps. This will be our first time in Mankato. Is there a section to avoid? Looks like we can get third row in section 100 (far corner) but worried the sight lines might be cut-off. I guess they're still available for a reason. Any good bars/ restaurants to catch before the game? Looks like a few in the heart of downtown. Looking for a good road-trip fan guide for a game vs. Purple Cows. Thanks and Fight On Sioux!

for others looking for seats to this weekend... Got 4 great seats online this morning. Plenty of good ones available in the upper deck. I'm in 309, row D. Still good ones in 308, row I

Hello all! I am looking for four tickets (anywhere in the place) for the November 27th game vs. Ohio State. I have family in town and and I am looking to get some life-long Sioux fans indoctrunated to The Ralph. Thanks all for viewing!