Chicago Roll Call

F*ck those tickets are steep.
The last 2 times they played in Chicago, they dropped to $100-120 on gameday for the 300 level. Not sure if they’ll go that low this year with Michigan also there. Although, Kansas was also there in 2022 so who knows. I think if you can get in for $150, take it.
 
Just booked. Flying in Friday morning, flying out at 10 Sunday night.

Might do the Cubs game on Saturday, but it won't be warm.
Been so focused on the Clones that I didn’t even consider that opening day is this week.
 
I was at the Sweet 16 when ISU lost to Virginia @ Chicago in 2016, so I am staying away! Let's Go State!
So was I, and I was thinking about that as UVA attempted to come back versus TN - but Tennessee prevailed so jinx is off!

My wife is from Elmhurst so lodging isn’t an issue - short easy drive to United Center. I began planning, at which point my wife reminded me we agreed to watch the young grandchildren this weekend so the teacher parents can get away. Planning ceases - Go State - I’ll be cheering for you as I rock a granddaughter to sleep - best of both worlds!
 
Also for those planning, in 22, the pep rally was at Navy Pier Friday afternoon.