NORMAL, Ill. – The No. 11 ranked Illinois State Redbirds football team is set to clash with No. 24 Southern Illinois Salukis in a highly anticipated Senior Day matchup at Hancock Stadium. Riding a wave of momentum with four consecutive wins and five victories in their last six games, the Redbirds are eager to finish the regular season strong against their in-state rivals.
Head Coach Brock Spack offered insights into the upcoming game at The Brock Spack Show, presented by Redbird Ale from DESTIHL, held at Schooners. Coach Spack, along with Craig Bertsche and veteran color analyst Ted Schmitz, dissected the Redbirds' impressive 35-21 road victory against South Dakota State and previewed the crucial game against SIU.
Senior quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse and ISU offensive coordinator Tony Petersen joined the show as special guests, providing valuable perspectives on the team's strategy and preparations. The presence of these key players underscores the importance of this Senior Day game for the Redbirds.
Schooners, located at 810 East Grove Street in Bloomington, hosted the live broadcast. For fans unable to attend in person, the show was broadcast on WJBC 1230 AM in the Twin Cities and streamed live on GoRedbirds.com and The Varsity Network, ensuring widespread access to the pre-game analysis.
The Redbirds are relying on a strong offensive showing and a solid defensive performance to secure a victory against the Salukis. The game promises to be a thrilling contest between two top-ranked teams, with significant implications for playoff positioning. Fans are encouraged to support the team and celebrate the contributions of the graduating seniors.
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