TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Season ticket packages are on sale now for the 2017-18 Indiana State Basketball campaign, which will once again feature a full slate of home games inside Hulman Center including contests against all nine Missouri Valley Conference members. The non-conference schedule will be released in late summer with the full slate set for an early September announcement.

"I'm really excited to be able to announce that season tickets are on sale now and available earlier than ever before!" head coach Greg Lansing said. "We continue our efforts to get more of our fans to buy season tickets as it is the best way to increase our budget. We also will continue to improve our marketing and game night atmosphere. There are good people working hard on it and with the leadership of Sherard Clinkscales, it will only continue to make the Hulman Center a tough place for opponents to play."

The Sycamores downed No. 15 nationally-ranked Butler last season inside Hulman Center to become the fifth nationally-ranked opponent to fall against Indiana State under the direction of eighth-year head coach Greg Lansing. The Sycamores will be led by senior Brenton Scott who averaged 15.9 ppg last season and enters his final campaign ranked as the Sycamores' No. 3 all-time leading 3-point field goal shooter. Also back this year is sophomore Jordan Barnes, who was named to the MVC All-Freshman team.

Five new players enter the program this season, including Tennessee Mr. Basketball Tyreke Key as well as Tennessee Mr. Basketball finalist Clayton Hughes. Qiydar Davis, a graduate transfer from Louisiana Tech joins the program as does Devin Thomas who was ranked as the 28th-best junior college player in 2016-17. The fifth newcomer is Daniel Huenermann, who comes to the program from St. Gallen, Switzerland. The team reports to campus on June 12 for eight weeks of workouts.
  
"We are very anxious to get our guys here this summer and continue on the improvements we made in the spring," coach Lansing commented. "We're adding five new players to our core that is coming back and really feel like we have the chance to be good. We will be more athletic and skilled and a lot of fun to watch!! Get your season tickets now and and help your Home Town Team.

The Sycamore Athletic Fund (SAF) reminds everyone that the donation that is required to purchase season tickets can be assigned to any of the sport programs at Indiana State or can be split among several different programs. Gifts to the SAF help cover the costs associated with scholarships, travel, recruiting and the overall student-athlete experience.

There are several different price points for season tickets, but all packages will include the full 15-game slate. Below are all of the pricing options available in 2017-18 for Sycamore Basketball. Purchasing season tickets is the only way to guarantee access to preferred seating locations for all home games this season.

2017-18 INDIANA STATE BASKETBALL TICKET PRICING:

The SAF donation that is required to purchase season tickets may be spread out with various payment arrangements made with the Indiana State University Foundation by calling 812-237-6134. Complimentary parking passes are provided to all Champions' Circle members of the Varsity Club who purchase Indiana State Basketball season tickets. Based on membership level, Champions' Circle members will be provided one (1) or two (2) regular and/or reserved parking passes. All season ticket holders who donate less than $1,500 annually are eligible to purchase a maximum of two (2) Indiana State Basketball Parking Passes. Parking passes are available for $25 each and grant access to several parking areas near Hulman Center.

As always, the season culminates in St. Louis for Arch Madness. When purchasing season tickets, fans may choose to add on tickets to the Missouri Valley Conference Basketball Tournament for a discounted rate of $135. Arch Madness will be held March 1-4, 2018 at the Scottrade Center. Once again, the team hotel is the Hilton Downtown (400 Olive St.). You may call 314-436-0002 to request rooms in the MVC Indiana State Fan Block.

NEW THIS YEAR -- RECENT GRADUATE SEASON TICKET PACKAGES:
Indiana State Athletics is offering new season ticket packages designed exclusively for recent graduates. Those who graduated during the 2016-17 academic year have access to special pricing for season tickets to Sycamore Basketball as well as football, women's basketball and baseball games. Those who graduated during the 2016-17 academic year will also have the opportunity to join the Sycamore Athletic Fund at a special introductory rate.

Exclusive Season Ticket Packages
Football - $40 (General Admission Seating)
Men's Basketball - $150 (Lower Level Seating - Sections 100, 121, 122, and 123 only)*
Women's Basketball - $40 (Priority II Seating)
Baseball - $40 (General Admission Seating)
Buy a season ticket to all four sports for only $200
 
*The purchase of men's basketball tickets requires a Varsity Club membership, and there is a limit two tickets per discounted Varsity Club Membership.
 
As a member through the recent graduate introductory rate of only $50 per year for the first five years after graduation, you receive an elevated Sycamore Athletics experience.  Membership includes Blue and White level benefits, opportunities to interact with coaches, student-athletes and other Varsity Club members and fulfills the required seat donation for men's basketball season tickets in select lower level seating sections. 

The Sycamores Kids Club, presented by Chick-Fil-A returns again in 2017-18 and any child younger than the age of entering 8th grade may sign up for just $15. A membership includes one complimentary ticket to all regular season home football, basketball, women's basketball and baseball games plus other great experiences. Those interested in signing up can find a registration form on GoSycamores.com or by visiting the Hulman Center Box Office. Sycamores Kids Club complimentary seats will be subject to restrictions from certain locations at Indiana State venues.

Finally, any fan or business owner that would like to rent the Sycamore Basketball Party Deck at Hulman Center may contract the SAF at 812-237-6134.The full deck includes VIP access for 50 guests and costs $800, while the half deck seats 25 guests and costs $500. Custom food and drink menus are available through Sodexo.

Those wishing to purchase season tickets should contact the Hulman Center Ticket Office during normal business hours or by phone at 812-237-3737. Renewal packages have already been sent via U.S. Mail to all basketball season ticket holders from last season. Ticket information and the ability to purchase season tickets and renew Varsity Club memberships can be found online at GoSycamores.com or by clicking the link at the top of this article.