Calling all IU students! Get ready to cheer on your Hoosiers as they kick off the season against Old Dominion. Scott Dolson has opened more student tickets because, let’s be honest, textbooks can wait when there’s a sell-out game to be made. Will you be part of the roar that fills Memorial Stadium this Saturday?
Excitement is building in Bloomington as Indiana Football prepares for its highly anticipated Week 1 showdown against Old Dominion, prompting the athletic department to expand student ticket availability. This move underscores a strong desire to replicate the electric atmosphere of previous seasons and ensure a packed Memorial Stadium to kick off the 2025 campaign.
Indiana Athletic Director Scott Dolson has once again issued a rallying cry to the IU Hoosiers student body, echoing his popular directive to “study later.” This initiative proved incredibly successful last fall, fostering a vibrant and supportive environment that contributed significantly to the team’s strong performance and undefeated home record.
The Hoosiers, currently ranked 19th and fresh off a College Football Playoff appearance, are set to host Old Dominion at 2:30 p.m. this Saturday. Under the leadership of Coach Curt Cignetti, the team is poised to embark on another special season, with high expectations for both on-field success and unparalleled fan engagement, particularly from the passionate student section.
Last year’s student support was monumental, with IU Hoosiers showing up early, staying late, and cheering loudly, creating an undeniable home-field advantage. This enthusiastic participation is a cornerstone of the Indiana Football experience, and the goal is to amplify that energy even further for the upcoming season opener.
Despite student section tickets for the 2025 season already being sold out, approximately 8,000 additional seats have been made available for students. These new Student Tickets are located in both reserved sections of Memorial Stadium and the general admission student section, providing more opportunities for the IU community to be part of the action.
On the field, the team boasts considerable talent. Offensive line transitions, such as Zen Michalski moving to right tackle, have strengthened the unit. Furthermore, linebacker Rolijah Hardy expressed confidence in the “strongest backfields in the country,” featuring dynamic players like Roman Hemby, Kaelon Black, and Lee Beebe Jr., promising an exciting offensive display in the Old Dominion Game.
Defensively, the Hoosiers are looking to new talent to fill significant roles, with Hosea Wheeler and Dominique Ratcliff stepping up to replace graduated defensive tackles. The 2025 freshman class, including receiver Lebron Bond and defensive backs Byron Baldwin Jr. and Jaylen Bell, is also expected to make an early impact, contributing to the team’s depth and future success.
Scott Dolson’s vision is clear: a sold-out stadium teeming with enthusiastic students. With the newly released Student Tickets, there’s no better time for the IU Hoosiers to secure their spot and contribute to what promises to be an unforgettable start to the Indiana Football season against Old Dominion. Get ready to cheer loud and make history!
