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Founded in 1968 in Edwardsville, Illinois, the Southern Illinois Edwardsville Cougars men’s basketball program brings big-time energy to the Ohio Valley Conference. The Cougars call First Community Arena at the Vadalabene Center home, a just-over-4,000-seat venue where the pep band, a loud student section and Eddie the Cougar turn close games into campus-wide events.
Recent history sparkles: in 2025 SIUE secured its first OVC tournament title and the program’s first NCAA Division I Tournament berth. The Cougars also reached the NCAA Division II Elite Eight in 2006, a milestone that anchors their tradition. Annual in-state showdowns with Eastern Illinois fuel bragging rights, while head coach Brian Barone has steered a spirited resurgence. Ready to join the roar at First Community Arena? Buy tickets from Vivid Seats to experience it live!
No matter what you're looking to spend, Vivid Seats has tickets to fit your budget. Currently, SIUE tickets start at $12, with an average price of $30. Prices vary by opponent, date, and seat location. All SIUE tickets are backed by the Vivid Seats 100% Buyer Guarantee.
The best time of year to attend a Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars Men's Basketball game is often February, when ticket prices tend to be more affordable.
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There's been no shortage of memorable SIUE games. Here are some of the most in-demand games and opponents in recent seasons, according to average sold price.
Most college basketball tickets are released before the season begins, usually in October or early November.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the main March Madness ticket options:
March Madness typically begins in mid-March with the First Four games and runs through early April, concluding with the National Championship game.
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Many fans consider center-court seats in the lower level to be the best seats at for SIUE games since they offer a clear, balanced view of all the action. If you want to feel the energy up close, courtside seats provide an unbeatable experience.
Regular season college basketball games air across CBS Sports, ESPN, FOX, NBC, and each conference's dedicated network (like SEC Network or Big Ten Network). Men's March Madness airs on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
Gates for Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars Men's Basketball games typically open 90 minutes to 2 hours before tip-off.