Another great win. Hey everybody, we're still a basketball school. Assembly hall is the Carnegie hall of college basketball. read more

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Basketball is a religion in Indiana, and IU stands in the heart of it all. Is there a better way to spend a winter night than watching the IU men's basketball team dominate in their game against Ohio State? I have never attended an IU basketball game until tonight, so this was my first time seeing Assembly Hall. The first thing that I noticed was how complicated the parking situation was. There are over 10 different gates, all split into several smaller "zones". The layout was so difficult that my GPS couldn't even help me find my correct gate. Luckily, the security guards outside were very helpful and guided me in the right direction. I parked right outside the IU team store, so I was able to peruse the pro shop before finding my seat. The staff at the register and throughout the store were friendly and polite. I was tempted to take advantage of the 2 for $40 t-shirts deal! The security outside of the arena was very efficient, I was able to keep my jacket on and just present my keys and cell phone to the security guard. The line was long but we moved through it quickly, giving us plenty of time to sit down before the game started. Inside the basketball court, there are courtside seats on the bottom level, bleachers topped with cushions emblazoned with the IU logo, and comfortable stadium seating in the balconies. For a game over winter break, I was surprised to see almost every seat in the house filled! Luckily, the layout still gave every spectator enough legroom without them feeling squished against the person next to them. The floor in my row and my seat were clean, and I very much appreciated that. Even though I was sitting high up, I was still able to hear the music from the speakers. I stopped by the concession stand during halftime, and once again, a seemingly long line moved quickly, thanks to the efficient employees. I ordered the popcorn in the souvenir bucket, which was enough to feed 2 or 3 people, plus came with a reusable container! It cost $9, which I honestly found pretty reasonable considering it was the size of a large movie theater popcorn and included a souvenir. The popcorn was salty, buttery, and fresh, and I loved every kernel. I opted for a soft drink, but I noticed that Assembly Hall also serves a selection of beers and hard seltzers. If you choose to order an alcoholic beverage, make sure to have your ID on hand! Also, keep in mind alcohol sales stop when there are 10 minutes left in the second half. There are no straws at the concessions stand, but cups do come with a lid with a small opening for spill-resistant sipping. I left right when the game ended, so the parking lot was extremely crowded, but thankfully I was able to exit without any issues. Overall, Assembly Hall is a premier sports venue, and I really enjoyed my experience here! Go Hoosiers! read more

Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - Great seats for watching the IU vs. Ohio State BBall game! - Basketball Courts Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

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IU's Assembly Hall became Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall after a late 2013 substantial donation by IU alumna Cindy Simon Skjodt created an opportunity for badly needed renovations and updates to the 17,222-seat stadium that hosts routinely sold out games for IU basketball. It was re-opened and dedicated in October 2016. It should be noted that both the men's and women's teams play in Assembly Hall. Assembly Hall opened during the 1971-72 season and the Hoosiers have won three NCAA National Championships while playing in the facility. Assembly Hall seating is divided into sections for students, faculty/staff, premium seating, and general public seating. I finally had the chance to check out Assembly Hall for myself and it was just as awesome as expected. In terms of accessibility, both the North and South areas have accessible seating with accessible rows at the top of most sections and options throughout. The renovation definitely improved arena accessibility. Assembly Hall will also, when needed, provide folding chairs so that companions can sit next to wheelchair users. Other renovations included a grand entrance, lobby accessibility additions, refurbished seats, updated restrooms and concession stands, as well as several other technology updates. Accessible parking is available at Gate 13. Buying parking passes or season passes is recommended. Only students have access to free parking (Gate 9) and even that's limited. Fun fact 1: IU was the first university to install glass backboards to increase visibility for those sitting behind the basket. Fun fact 2: IU's largest winning margin in history was at the 1971 game that dedicated Assembly Hall. IU beat Notre Dame by a score of 91-29. Fun Fact 3: In 2001, Michigan State became the first #1 ranked team to lose at Assembly Hall. In 2011, IU beat both #1 and #2 ranked teams (Kentucky, Ohio State). Food and drink options are plentiful and surprisingly affordable for a sports stadium. I should probably go a 4-star rating. Accessibility isn't perfect, though I've seldom experienced stadiums that are (Don't get me started on Indy's Gainbridge Fieldhouse). However, I'm a huge basketball fan and this was such a wonderful experience with a great environment, great setting, and awesome staff that I'm going to go ahead and boost it up to a 5-star with the modest disclaimer that for those with disabilities planning ahead a bit is definitely advised. However, with appropriate planning an IU game is a "must" for basketball fans and Assembly Hall is the place to see it. Other important notes - parking is abandant and we read more

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It was our 1st time visiting Bloomington, IN. My spouse is a HUGE Tarheel fan, so he purchased tickets for us to see the ladies' game against Indiana Hoosiers on Dec. 1, 2022. Ironically, December 1, 2021, marked the day we saw our 1st live Tarheel men game in North Carolina. The Simon stadium was huge on the outside and spacious inside. Staff were friendly along with the locals. They told me where the concession stands were, even joked about us wearing the wrong colors (team). I was in extreme awe of the statues and art displayed, so I had to take pics for the lifetime memories. We even had the best seats in the house since we arrived very early. read more

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Today, I am currently attending and event I IU that is supposed to be primarily about Martin Luther King. The first thing I see is videos that has nothing to do with Martin Luther King. read more

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HooHooHoosiers Great facility. Organized parking. Clean Venue. Very friends staff. Nice food and drink options. Always top notch. read more

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The basketball Mecca for Hoosier fans! Many upgrades in the last few years have really added a shine to the legend and the legacy. While there make sure to walk the entire ground floor... lots of Indiana history that will supersede your expectations. Personally I love looking at the old team photos and seeing pictures of Olympic athletes. The new statues on the south side are gorgeous. A few side notes to help with the experience... to buy tickets during normal business hours or to visit the gear store park on the west side. The easiest access is via elevators on both the south and north sides. Game day parking is $10 in the non-reserved spots. The best view, especially near sunset, of Memorial Stadium (football) is on the balcony level west side. Concessions are slightly expensive but not outrageous.. $4 hotdogs, large bucket popcorn $8 in a commemorative tub, Papa Johns pizza, etc. If you visit on game day expect a loud, boisterous environment filled with energy and spirit. Many opponent teams hate Assembly Hall due to the noise level made by the fans. A great Hoosier tradition that is not to be missed!!! read more

Definitely unlike any other college basketball arena that I've been to - and I mean that sincerely. It feels like the place goes straight up, which is a bit disconcerting the first time you have to walk up or down the stairs. The new renovations are great - makes the entrances very welcoming and the whole first level feels brand new all the way around. That's where the fun ends though - if you're in the balcony, that's really too damn bad. There is a single elevator that goes to the balcony, and it's the slowest one I've encountered in my adult life. I mean it took us a solid five minutes, which is alarming considering there are really only three options. I honestly do not know what takes so long. Your other option is a harrowing flight of stairs. The stairs wouldn't have been such an issue if I didn't have to tote an 11-month-old up and down the stairs to change his diaper. If you've got a little one, just know that there are NO changing tables on the balcony level so you need to walk your happy self all the way to the main level. Granted - those bathrooms are REALLY nice - but it was either wait 5+ minutes for the elevator or carrying a grumpy child up and down stairs. I didn't like my odds either way. I was really excited for all the renovations, until I realized the upper level seems pretty well untouched other than changing the glass at the bottom of the balcony so you can see a few more things and actually adding railing on the way down. This would be a five-star review if I hadn't ventured upstairs, but alas - the greatest place to play basketball in the country has a little ways to go to keep this alum happy. read more

This is one of those Bucket List venues that any basketball fan needs to experience. Tickets need to be purchased from brokers as they are handed down through generations and they are not cheap but experiencing a game here is amazing. Fans are passionate and knowledgeable, video screens are something to see. I would avoid the balconies as there are some bad seats up in those corners. read more

This is a perfect place to watch basketball! I know it's been said before, but there's scarcely a bad seat in this place! Seating rises pretty steeply, so everybody gets an unobstructed view. Rows are spaced fairly well, so my knees are not encroaching on my neighbors to the front. This place gets loud! Love it. And the big screen is just the right size and height to enhance my experience without being an obstruction. read more

The rating is for the greatest basketball program in the world. Assembly Hall itself is great if you're in row 25 or below. Anything else is subject to poor sight lines. BUT Hoosier Basketball is special because ...... It's Indiana!! read more

My husband and I are IU fans and love to come watch a game at assembly hall! The facility is always clean, they have snacks and drinks available, and there isn't a bad seat in the house! They have huge screens so even if you are way up top you won't miss anything! Also the fans are awesome. The energy is always crazy in there! read more

It was awesome to see the Dalai Lama here! The event only used half of the stadium but it was extremely well set up. The security was very thorough but quick and polite. The seats were pretty comfortable (even for being in the nosebleed section!) Here are some quick facts: About Assembly Hall Facts and Figures *Assembly Hall opened during the 1971-72 season and since then over six million fans have attended Indiana Men's Basketball games. Assembly Hall holds 17,456 fans and is consistently sold out throughout the regular season. *Press Room Located on the Court Level on the east side of the building. *Ticket Office Located on Court Level at the north end of Assembly Hall. *Media & Public Will Call Located at the North Lobby. *The home crowd is definitely a factor in the outcome of Indiana's games as the Hoosiers have posted winning streaks of 50 and 35 games over the years. read more

Assembly Hall-IU Bloomington - 4 Stars: Indiana University basketball citadel. If Pauley Pavilion is the Holy Grail for the west coast, Assembly Hall is its match in the Midwest. Nice venue for the Hoosiers, all above ground and on the main campus. Right next to the football field, so parking is plentiful and easy. Opened for the 1971/72 season along with the arrival of Bob Knight, and since he stayed for 29 years it is still considered his house. read more

Best stadium in college basketball!!!! Great concessions, comfy seats, and the best team in the nation!

The house that Bobby built. The facilities are upgraded now and state of the art. Better than that it's the home of the Hoosiers!

Go Hoosiers! Loudest place to play in college basketball! 5 National Championships means history is developed in this place!

What more can be said about Assembly Hall. Five banners, legendary coaches and players, and a fantastic Hoosier Hysteria 2015 event! read more

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Super interesting fan experience. First, about 90% of the seats are located on the long ends of the basketball court, in three main tiers. The arena is tall and thin from the inside, and while I've heard the view of the court is solid from all angles, the upper seats look like serious nosebleed territory. Meanwhile, the short ends of the court go straight up, creating an interesting orchestra/cathedral feel. Fortunately, even in a down season, IU's crowd was fanatic. During an exciting game that unfortunately ended in a loss to Iowa, there were some big moments and the crowd came through with serious energy in all of them, particularly in a deafening roar that ensued after a stellar dunk by #10 Will Sheehey, a roar which lasted for at least the next five plays of the game. Thanks to the fans more than the structure itself, Assembly Hall is a very solid place to watch a game. read more

If I could rate this higher than a 5-star, I would! BEST SPORTS ARENA EVER! Now, I may be a bit biased - but I don't care. I know non-IU grads feel the same way about this being a pretty great place. There is something extra special about Assembly Hall. I love that the court is so simple and not overpowered by sponsors. Seeing the banners hang on the wall is iconic. And the seating is so unique compared to other basketball areas. If you ever have the privilege to visit Bloomington, make time to stop and see Assembly Hall. read more

I'm giving Assembly Hall 5 stars because that is where Bob Knight coached, because that is where IU went undefeated in 1976 (the last team to do so!), and most of all because that is where I had many great college experiences. You still can't beat the pep band (always amazing musicians--probably the best in the country), the cheerleaders performing a routine to the William Tell Overture in the fourth quarter, and the old Hoosiers in red sweaters talking about "our boys" (who are unfortunately more often than not from Bedford-Stuyvesant rather than Bedford, Indiana). If you have the chance to go to an IU game, you should go, just to see what remains of Hoosier culture (and if the team is doing well, the atmosphere can be electric--regardless, the fans are never mean like fans from Kentucky or or Michigan). But lets face it, the building always was an architectural monstrosity. I'm not sure if it is the last gasp of the International Style or Brutalism or how to characterize it, but it certainly doesn't fit in with the rest of the campus. Moreover, it is now full of advertisements and surrounded but other buildings. So really, I could give Assembly Hall one star on the merits, but I could never profane the great state of Indiana. read more

I have to give five stars because... Hoosier Nation, shrine, everything. Love this place, BUT the concessions SUCK. History and tradition is great for most things but 1970s hot dogs and crackerjacks are not cutting it in 2018. PLEASE give us some choices, including a few healthy options. read more

Seats comfortable. Well lit setting for basketball. Older fans are great. Knowledgeable about the game and friendly. Adults with kids should stay away from the student section. read more

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Love the renovations to the stadium. One of the iconic college basketball locations. Not a bad seat in the house but I prefer to get one with a great view of the five national championship banners. The drink concessions are affordable and the papa John's pizza is pretty decent for being a stadium meal. read more

I know I'm going to killed for this but Assembly Hall is a horrible place to watch a game. It has history and that is the only reason I would give an extra star. There are so many seats that give you no view of certain parts of the court. I think IU basketball has a chance to make a comeback but I have to imagine that many youngsters coming to Bloomington to check out the facilities don't care about history and the arena itself is not impressive. read more

They can cram a lot of people in this place. Don't go if you're claustrophobic or afraid of heights.

Being an IU Alumna, I might be a bit biased but this is the best college basketball arena in the country. Prior to the renovations I would have given it a 4 just for atmosphere alone, however now that the renovations are complete it definitely gets a 5! It is a great mix of new school technology with the huge screen and great history with the scoreboard as you go up the escalator to the main concourse level. I think everyone, alumni or not need to experience an IU basketball game here at least once in your life. read more

Simply one of the best places to experience college basketball! Must stop for any basketball fan.

Why leave a review of a basketball arena you may ask? Bc the muthaf*** Hoosiers! Look the teams not always great but the place is way better than it used to be and an A+ place to watch some hoops. Nothing quite like it. read more

This is where you watch Indiana University Hoosiers Men's Basketball. An IU Basketball is the most amazing thing you can experience in sports. Every basket made generates a crowd reaction that is so incredible it makes visitors think that we just want a NCAA title. The energy is awe inspiring. I love going to games here. I'm a proud fan and alumni of Indiana University. read more

This is the best atmosphere in college basketball. It's one of the best stadiums in the country. The Dean Dome, Allen Fieldhouse, Cameron Indoor Stadium and Hinkle Field House have some company. read more

Saw the the Hoosiers defeat the then number 1 seeded Kentucky Wildcats on Dec. 10, 2011. The arena is clearly outdated. One can tell it was built in the 1970s. However, it has its charms. Its funky look adds to its uniqueness. While I have seen better venues, the atmosphere is great and the arena's rich history is very apparent. The seats where I sat were very comfortable and cushy; however, I rarely used it because everyone was on their feet throughout the entire game. All I can say is that if you ever visit Bloomington, then you must go to a Hoosiers basketball game! read more

A College Basketball Temple. Not the greatest place to "watch" a game, but Assembly Hall is full of tradition. A must stop on any visit to Bloomington read more

I damn near came home from the game with epilepsy. There are flashes of lights everywhere. I thought I was going to have a seizure. The concessions had no pretzels, which really pissed me off. The cheerleaders kept giving me a raging boner and it was really awkward around the other fans. Good game though. read more

I have only been here for graduation ceremonies. Horrible, horrible: cramped seating, temperature and humidity at swoon-inducing levels, and gawd, the noise, the inescapable noise! It took us an hour to get to our seats and then an hour to get out afterward. I suppose these might all be advantages if you are a basketball fan and love sweaty, obnoxious crowds, but really, this place is ridiculous. read more