About the Tournament
We are ready to host the new legends that will make their way to the forefront at the 2023 IHSA Boys State Basketball Tournament, held March 9–11.
The 2023 schedule includes all classes in one weekend. Sessions include two games, with the second game starting 30 minutes after the conclusion of the first game. The schedule will be available in early March.
Thursday, March 9
10:00 a.m.—Class 1A Semi-Final
Gibault Catholic vs. Bloomington Cornerstone Christian
30 minutes after game ends—Class 1A Semi-Final
Tuscola vs. Scales Mound
2:30 p.m.—Class 2A Semi-Final
DePaul College Prep vs. Teutopolis
30 minutes after—Class 2A Semi-Final
Rockridge vs. Bloomington Central Catholic
7:00 p.m.—3rd Place Class 1A
30 minutes after—3rd Place Class 2A
Friday, March 10
10:00 a.m.—Class 3A Semi-Final
St. Ignatius vs. Chicago Simeon
30 minutes after game ends—Class 3A Semi-Final
Metamora vs. East St. Louis
2:30 p.m.—Class 4A Semi-Final
New Trier vs. Benet Academy
30 minutes after—Class 4A Semi-Final
Downers Grove North vs. Moline
7:00 p.m.—3rd Place Class 3A
30 minutes after—3rd Place Class 4A
Saturday, March 11
11:00 a.m.—Class 1A Championship
1:00 p.m.—Class 2A Championship
5:30 p.m.—Class 3A Championship
7:00 p.m.—Class 4A Championship
The Venue: State Farm Center
Enjoy your time in the leading sports facility in the state of Illinois—The State Farm Center. Your Tournament experience will be one to last a lifetime.
Please be aware of current Clear Bag Policy at the facility. Also note that all concessions stands at State Farm Center are CASHLESS. Credit, debit, or NFC-enabled devices with Google Pay, Apple Pay, or Samsung Pay are accepted forms of payment.
Parking is available in all four quadrants surrounding the State Farm Center for $10/car and $30/bus. Fans may enter from either the West off First St. or the East off Fourth St.
Group Dining
Looking for a place to eat? Download our Group Dining guide for nearby options for large groups.
Accommodations
Enjoy affordable accommodations in Champaign County throughout the IHSA Boys State Basketball Tournament. Our hotel partners are ready to welcome athletes and spectators with open arms. Contact each hotel directly to make your reservations.
Need help finding a hotel? Contact Visit Champaign County at 217-351-4133 for assistance.
For a complete list of all hotels in Champaign County, click here.
The following hotels have a spectator rate for the tournament.
Mention the booking code when making your reservation.
| Best Western Plus 516 W. Marketview Dr., Champaign 217.689.4714 | Visit website Rate: $129 | CODE: 1192 Distance to State Farm Center: 4.3 miles | Comfort Suites 2001 N. Lincoln Ave., Urbana 217.328.3500 | Visit website Rate: $135 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.2 miles | Courtyard by Marriott 1811 Moreland Blvd., Champaign 217.355.0411 | Visit website Rate: $149 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.7 miles |
| Eastland Suites 1907 N. Cunningham Ave., Urbana 217.367.8331 | Visit website Rate: $159 Distance to State Farm Center: 4.2 miles | Fairfield Inn 1807 Moreland Blvd., Champaign 217.355.0604 | Visit website Rate: $139 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.7 miles | Hampton Inn Urbana 1200 W. University Ave., Urbana 217.337.1100 | Visit website Rate: $139 Distance to State Farm Center: 2.3 miles |
| Hilton Garden Inn 1501 S. Neil St., Champaign 217.352.9970 | Visit website Rate: $139 | CODE: B23 Distance to State Farm Center: 0.6 miles | Holiday Inn 101 Trade Centre Dr., Champaign 217.398.3400 | Visit website Rate: $149.99 Distance to State Farm Center: 0.6 miles | Holiday Inn Express 1003 Killarney St., Urbana 217.328-0328 | Visit website Rate: $139 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.2 miles |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton 2013 S. Neil St., Champaign 217.355.6468 | Visit website Rate: $139 | CODE: B23 Distance to State Farm Center: 0.9 miles | Homewood Suites by Hilton 1417 S. Neil St., Champaign 217.352.9960 | Visit website Rate: $139 | CODE: B23 Distance to State Farm Center: 0.6 miles | Hyatt Place 217 N. Neil St., Champaign 217.531.2800 | Visit website Rate: $199 Distance to State Farm Center: 1.9 miles |
| Red Roof Inn 212 W. Anthony Dr., Champaign 217.352.0101 | Visit website Rate: $79.99 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.4 miles | Residence Inn by Marriott 502 W. Marketview Dr., Champaign 217.398.0000 | Visit website Rate: $199 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.7 miles | Rodeway Inn 612 W. Killarney St., Urbana 217.384.8000 | Visit website Rate: $75 Distance to State Farm Center: 3.6 miles |
On-site Events & Activities
Before, during, and after the games, there will be a variety of activities happening in the State Farm Center to enjoy, ChambanaMoms.com presents the All Star Zone, located in the East Entrance in the Traditions Club. From caricatures to glitter tattoos, to a variety of family-friendly activities, there’s something for all ages. Don’t miss the Illini eSports gaming center with mini-games set up for all to play.
The Visit Champaign County Welcome Booth will be available Thursday & Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., showcasing community information to help you enjoy your weekend! Make sure to enter our “Taste of Champaign-Urbana” raffle! Find us at the West Entrance of the State Farm Center.
ChambanaMoms.com All Star Zone
This free area located in the Traditions Club, just inside the East Entrance, will provide endless entertainment for all throughout the tournament. We’ll have a fun photo spot, button-making and plenty of games & activities to enjoy.
Thursday, March 9 & Friday, March 10
9:30–12:00 p.m. and 1:30–4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.—Dan Wild Caricatures and Wild Style Design Company (face=painting/henna/glitter tattoos)
1:30–4:30 p.m.—Wild Style Design Company (face=painting/henna/glitter tattoos)
Saturday, March 11 | 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 4:30–7:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Dan Wild Caricatures and Wild Style Design Company (face=painting/henna/glitter tattoos)
4:30–7:30 p.m.—Wild Style Design Company Face-Painting
New for 2023—In-Game Photos
We are partnering with Momento to capture big moments in the State Farm Center throughout the weekend. Scan the QR code to put in your seat information and get photos of your reactions throughout the game! Pick up prints of your photos at the Momento booth in the All Star Zone.
Sponsors
On behalf of the University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics and the
Visit Champaign County Foundation, we sincerely thank our sponsors whose contributions made it possible for the IHSA Boys State Basketball Tournament to return to the State Farm Center at the University of Illinois.
We appreciate your support of the event, the athletes, and the fans!
John & Bonnie Dauer
Roberta Gorden
Eric Meyer
William Shiner
John Blackburn
Dana Ehler
Habeeb Habeeb, H-Squared Leadership Institute
University of Illinois Community Credit Union
John Corley
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