Visiting Team Guide
Dear Visiting Team,
We are pleased to welcome you to DeKalb, Illinois, home of Northern Illinois University. We look forward to hosting your institution’s participating athletes, coaches, official representatives, and spectators on our campus during the upcoming athletic season. NIU is committed to a high standard of athletic excellence and we support good sportsmanship while embracing the Huskies’ traditions for all home contests.
In an effort to assist you with the planning of your upcoming trip to DeKalb and to make your stay more enjoyable, please use this Visiting Team Guide as a valuable resource. Inside the guide, you will find helpful information regarding game day procedures, travel amenities, and contact information for appropriate personnel. If you require special needs that have not been addressed within the guide, please give us a call a few weeks in advance so we can assist you.
Best of luck to you in the upcoming season!
Sincerely,
Sean T. Frazier Associate Vice President / Director of Athletics TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 ABOUT NIU
2 NIU INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS STAFF
3 NIU COACHES STAFF
4 BASKETBALL (MEN’S & WOMEN’S)
6 VOLLEYBALL
7 WRESTLING
8 GYMNASTICS
9 CONVOCATION CENTER MAP
10 SOCCER (MEN’S & WOMEN’S)
11 SOCCER/TRACK MAP
12 TENNIS (MEN’S & WOMEN’S)
13 BASEBALL
14 BASEBALL MAP
15 SOFTBALL
16 SOFTBALL MAP
17 GENERAL DIRECTIONS AND MAP
18 DINNING INFORMATION
19 HOTEL INFORMATION ABOUT NIU
Location: DeKalb, IL (65 miles west of Chicago) Founded: 1895 Enrollment: 17,169 Nickname: Huskies Colors: Cardinal and Black Athletic Affiliations: NCAA Division I Conference: Mid-American Conference Acting President: Lisa Freeman Athletic Director: Sean T. Frazier
Intercollegiate Sports Include:
Baseball, Basketball (Men’s and Women’s), Women’s Cross Country, Football, Golf (Men’s and Women’s), Gymnastics, Soccer (Men’s and Women’s), Softball, Tennis (Men’s and Women’s), Volleyball, Track and Field, Wrestling
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1 NIU ADMINISTRATION
Sean T. Frazier Associate V.P./Director of Athletics 815.753.9473
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE Lisa Stocksdale EVENT MANAGEMENT Debra Boughton Associate Athletic Director Matt Gonzalez Chief of Staff/Sr. Assoc. AD 815.753.1494 Director of Facility Operations /Finance & Operations/SWA [email protected] 815.753.9590 815.753.9541 [email protected] [email protected] Lynsey Bernardy Office Support Specialist Julie Ream John Cheney 815.753.9473 Director of Event Management Executive Assoc. AD [email protected] 815.752.6812 815.753.1801 [email protected] [email protected] DEVELOPMENT Andrew Joannides Jori McCullough Courtney Vinson Asst. AD/Development Sr. Event Administrator Sr. Assoc. AD/ 815.753.9198 815.752.6810 Sports & Administration [email protected] [email protected] 815.753.1295 [email protected] Amy Schmidt MARKETING Administrative Assistant Morgan James Melissa Dawson 815.753.1923 Asst. AD/Marketing & Sr. Assoc. AD/Director of SAASS [email protected] Game Experience 815.753.1727 815.753.9229 [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS [email protected] Donna Turner Ryan Sedevie Assoc. AD/Communications Anthony Sperando Sr. Assoc. AD/ 815-753-9513 Asst. Dir. Marketing & Collegiate Advancement [email protected] Game Experience & External Affairs 815.753.1828 815.753.0639 COMPLIANCE [email protected] [email protected] Scott Foelske Dir. of Compliance TJ Feuerbach 815.753.8290 Sr. Assoc. AD/Development & [email protected] Revenue Generation 815.753.9494 [email protected]
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BASEBALL GYMNASTICS Assistant Coach Head Coach Head Coach Alicia Abbott Mike Kunigonis Sam Morreale [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 815-753-2245 815-753-2225 815-753-1498 Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Ashley Wade Andrew Maki Dawnita Teague [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 815-753-2245 815-753-1871 Assistant Coach/Hitting MEN’S TENNIS Luke Stewart Assistant Coach Head Coach [email protected] Chris Weiss Patrick Fisher [email protected] [email protected] MEN’S BASKETBALL 815-753-1871 815-753-6845 Head Coach Mark Montgomery MEN’S SOCCER WOMEN’S TENNIS 815-753-1633 Head Coach Head Coach Ryan Swan TBA Assistant Coach [email protected] Lamar Chapman 815-753-1372 [email protected] WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Assistant Coach Head Coach Assistant Coach Andrew Bordelon Ray Gooden Brandon Watkins [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 815-753-6873 815-753-9533
Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Jerome Beane Jack Mathis Amy Angelos [email protected] [email protected] Director of Basketball Operations 815-753-6873 815-753-1496 TBA Goalkeepers Coach Assistant Coach Michael Tringali Joe Davidson [email protected] [email protected] WOMEN’S BASKETBALL 815-753-6873 Head Coach Director of Operations Lisa Carlsen WOMEN’S SOCCER Trevor Weiskircher 815-753-0586 Head Coach [email protected] [email protected] Julie Colhoff 815-753-1295 [email protected] Associate Head Coach 815-753-9535 WRESTLING Adam Tandez Head Coach [email protected] Assistant Coach Ryan Ludwig 815-753-0586 Eddie Garza [email protected] [email protected] 815-753-9478 Assistant Coach 815-753-2355 Maria Kasza Assistant Coach [email protected] Assistant Coach Dominick Moyer 815-753-0586 Anne DiCanio [email protected] [email protected] 815-753-2915 Assistant Coach 815-753-2355 Alexis Lawrence [email protected] SOFTBALL 815-753-0586 Head Coach Christina Sutcliffe Director of Basketball Operations [email protected] Quinn Rear 815-753-1497 [email protected] 815-753-0586
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Facility
NIU Convocation Center 1525 West Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room
Visiting team locker rooms are located in the hallway adjacent to Victor E. Court. Typically, the visiting team locker room is 195B. Enter via the loading dock on the west side of the building and event staff personnel will direct you to the appropriate locker room. Towels and water will be supplied pre-game. Bottled water will be provided post-game.
Bus Parking
Buses should enter campus via the road just west of the main entrance of the Convocation Center. Drop off and bus parking is located at the loading dock on the west side of the Convocation Center.
Practice Time
Visiting teams will be assigned practice and shoot-around times in the Arena whenever possible. Alternate locations in Victor E. Court or other campus facilities will be discussed in the event of a facility conflict. Locker rooms and towels will be available only by advance request. Practice time on the day preceding a game is planned for 7-9 pm CST. Game day shoot-arounds are planned for 8-9 am on weekends and 12-1pm for weeknight games. Shoot-arounds in the Convocation Center Arena are not closed. P’ractice times must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
Bench Assignment
The visiting team will be seated on the bench east of (to the left as you face) the scorer’s table. Towels, ice, water cooler and cups will be provided at the bench.
Medical Information
The following will be provided on the court during practices and games: water, cups, towels, ice bags and biohazard supplies. In addition, emergency equipment, including splint kit, crutches, spine board and AED are available on site. For more information or to coordinate specific medical needs, please contact Phil Voorhis, Assistant Athletic Director - Athletic Training, at [email protected] or (815)-753-0211.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at:
One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
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Media Information
NIU Athletic Communication recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Radio personnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment including extension cords. Visiting radio will be accommodated at the scorer’s tables next to the visiting team bench. Most NIU home basketball games will be broadcast on ESPN3 and the WatchESPN app with select games streamed on NIUTube (Huskie All-Access) – subscription required. Live Stats are available on NIUHuskies.com and the building does offer free wireless internet (log on to niuguest, no password required). For all media requests, please contact:
Men’s Basketball
Jeremy Reid, Associate Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-3706
Women’s Basketball
Mike Haase, Assistant Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9538
Video/Filming
The camera platform on the suite level of the Convocation Center is the primary filming location. Game Operations personnel will escort video staff to the proper location. Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords.
A DVD copy of the game will be provided upon prior request. For all video requests, please contact:
Men’s Basketball TBA, Director of Basketball Operations
Women’s Basketball Quinn Rear, Director of Basketball Operations, at [email protected] or 815-753-0586
Ticket Information
Visiting team reserved seats are located behind the visiting team bench in Section 110. Mid-American Conference opponents will receive sixty (60) tickets. Non-conference opponents will receive sixty (60) tickets, unless otherwise specified in the contract. Tickets will be issued per NCAA Bylaw 16.2.
Complimentary admission via pass list, per NCAA Bylaw 16.2, for family members, relatives and friends designated by the student-athlete shall be through the first door of the main entrance, Entrance 2 of the Convocation Center. Photo ID and signature will be required for each ticket.
Pass lists must be handed in at the loading dock entrance table upon arrival for game day.
Laundry
Please request laundry service in advance if needed by contacting Robert McVickar, Equipment Manager, Convocation Center, at [email protected] or 815-753-1941.
Emergency Information
In the event of inclement weather the inner hallway on the lower level of the Convocation Center is the designated emergency shelter area.
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Facility NIU Convocation Center – Victor E. Court 1525 West Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room Visiting team locker rooms are located in the hallway adjacent to Victor E. Court. Towels will be provided for post-game showers. Post-game bottled water will also be provided.
Bus Parking Buses should enter campus via the road just west of the main entrance of the Convocation Center. Drop off and bus parking is located at the loading dock on the west side of the Convocation Center.
Practice Time Practice time is available on match day upon request. Available practice times are a one hour block from 10:00 am -12:00 pm and from 4:30-5:30 pm. Please allow a two week notification prior to the match to request your time. NIU has reserved 5:30-6:00 pm for serve and pass. For practice requests, please contact, Jori McCullough, Sr. Events Administrator, at [email protected].
Bench Assignments The visiting team will begin the match on the bench on the west end of Victor E. Court.
Ticket Information Visiting Mid-American Conference teams will be provided with 60 complimentary tickets. Non-Conference opponents please refer to contracted agreement on tickets. A typed pass list must be provided to the event staff upon arrival.
General Admission ticket prices: Adult: $5.00 Youth: $3.00
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit. For more information or to coordinate specific medical needs, contact contact Emily Belcher, Assistant Athletic Trainer, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9477.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at: One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
Emergency Information In the event of inclement weather the inner hallway on the lower level of the Convocation Center is the designated emergency shelter area.
Media Information NIU Athletics Communications recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Radio personnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment including extension cords. Visiting radio will be accommodated at the tables on the south side of the court. NIU volleyball matches are streamed live on NIUTube (Huskie All-Access) – subscription required, with select matches broadcast on ESPN3 and available via the WatchESPN app. Live stats are available on NIUHuskies.com and wireless internet is also provided inside Victor E. Court (log on to niuguest, no password required). For all media requests, please contact Mike Haase, Assistant Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9538.
Video The primary location for filming is a platform located at the west end of Victor E. Court. Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords. 6 WRESTLING
Facility NIU Convocation Center 1525 West Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room Visiting team player and coaches locker rooms are located in the hallway adjacent to Victor E. Court. Towels will be provided for post-game showers.
Bus Parking Buses should enter campus via the road just west of the main entrance of the Convocation Center. Drop off and bus parking is located at the loading dock on the west side of the Convocation Center.
Practice Time Practice time is available on upon request. For all practice time requests, please contact, Dominick Moyer, Assistant Coach, at [email protected] or (815) 901-2985.
Bench Assignments The visiting team will be seated on the bench located on the west side of the Arena or Victor E. Court. Towels, ice, a water cooler and cups will be provided at the bench.
Weigh-Ins Weigh-ins will be conducted by an athletic trainer one hour prior to the match in the designated locker room.
Warm-Up The facility will be available two (2) hours prior to meet time. The training room will open three (3) hours prior to meet time.
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit.
Emergency Information In the event of inclement weather the inner hallway on the lower level of the Convocation Center is the designated emergency shelter area.
Media Information NIU Athletics Communications recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Radio personnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment including extension cords. Visiting radio will be accommodated at the tables on the north side of the court. Additionally, each match will be video- streamed through Huskie All-Access and will feature live stats on NIUHuskies.com via TrackWrestling.com. Wireless Internet will also be available inside Victor E. Court. For all media requests, please contact Joe Summins, Associate Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9539.
Video The primary location for filming is from the ends of the visiting team bench. Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords.
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Facility
NIU Convocation Center Victor E. Court 1525 West Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room
Visiting team locker rooms are located in the hallway adjacent to Victor E. Court. Towels will be provided for post-game showers.
Bus Parking
Buses should enter campus via the road just west of the main entrance of the Convocation Center. Drop off and bus parking is located at the loading dock on the west side of the Convocation Center.
Warm-Up
The facility will be available two hours prior to meet time. The athletic training room will be open three hours prior to meet time.
Bench Assignments
The visiting team will process through the west doors of Victor E. Court, and initially be seated on the bench closest to the bars. Towels, ice, a water cooler, and cups will be provided at the bench.
Rules
NCAA and MAC rules shall apply. Floor and Matting NCAA and MAC rules shall apply. Equipment list available upon request.
Medical Information
Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at:
One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
Emergency Information
In the event of inclement weather the inner hallway on the lower level of the Convocation Center is the designated emergency shelter area.
Media Information
Each match will be video-streamed through NIUTube (subscription) on NIUHuskies.com. Wireless Internet will also be available inside the Convocation Center. For all media requests, please contact Donna Turner, Associate Athletic Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9513.
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LOADING DOCK & BUS PARRKING
FROM ANNIE GLIDDEN RD
9 SOCCER
Facility NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex 325 Stadium Drive West DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room Visiting team locker rooms or meeting space will be available pre-game and post-game at Huskie Stadium upon request. Towels will also be provided for post-game showers.
Bus Parking Buses should enter campus via the main entrance of the Convocation Center located west of the DeKalb water tower on Lincoln Highway (SR 38). Follow the drive to the right around curve. Main entrance to the Lot C2 is located at the northwest corner of the facility. Team buses may drop off players, coaches and equipment at NW field gate and proceed to park in the southeast corner of the lot.
Practice Time Practice time at the NIU Soccer Complex may be available the day before competition based on NIU athletic schedules. Please request a window of 3-4 hours if practice time is required.
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at: One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
Emergency Information Weather Warning: Teams will evacuate to Stevenson Hall located north of the Soccer Complex. Fans will be asked to return to their cars, or can evacuate to Huskie Stadium or Stevenson Hall.
Media Information NIU Athletic Communications recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Radio personnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment. Every attempt will be made to house visiting radio in the press box; due to space constraints this may not always be possible. All home contests will be streamed live on NIUTube on NIUHuskies.com (subscription required) and features live stats. For all radio requests, please contact Jeremy Reid, Associate Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected].
Video The primary location for filming is a platform located next to the press box. Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords. Upon request, NIU Men’s Soccer will provide a copy of the game film. The copy will be mailed within three business days of the game.
Laundry Please request laundry service in advance if needed by contacting Evan Klepec, Equipment Manager, Convocation Center, at [email protected] or 815-753-1941.
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NIU SOCCER & TRACK COMPLEX
LOCKER ROOM ENTRANCE FROM LINCOLN
HIGHWAY Rt. 38 BUS DROP OFF & PARKING
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Facility NIU Tennis Courts – Outdoor Courts 1200 Stadium Drive N DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Rooms Visiting team locker rooms may be available upon request at Huskie Stadium, located directly south of the NIU Tennis Courts. Towels will be provided for post-game showers.
Warm Up The courts will be available for warm ups one hour before the scheduled match.
Bus/Van Parking Team vehicles should enter campus via Lincoln Highway (Rt. 38). Turn right on Stadium Drive West. Follow curve to the right and make immediate left to continue on Stadium Drive West. Turn right on Stadium Drive North. Buses and vans may park along Stadium Drive North or in Lot 31A, located directly south of the tennis courts. Please be aware of foul balls leaving the baseball field.
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition.The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit. For more information or to coordinate specific medical needs contact Phil Voorhis, Assistant Athletic Director - Athletic Training at pvoorhis@ niu.edu or (815)-753-0211.
Media Information For all media requests, please contact: Men’s Tennis - Jeremy Reid, Associate Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-3706 Women’s Tennis - Joe Summins, Associate Director, Athletics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9539
NIU TENNIS COURTS
ENTRANCE
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Facility Ralph McKinzie Field 1200 Stadium Drive North DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room Visiting team locker rooms may be available upon request at Huskie Stadium, located just east of Ralph McKinzie Field. Towels will be provided for post-game showers.
Bus Parking Busses should enter campus via Stadium Drive South from Lincoln Highway at the water tower. Take first left onto Stadium Drive West. Turn Right onto Stadium Drive North. Team busses may drop off players, coaches and equipment at NE field gate and proceed to park in Lot 31. It is recommended that busses park along the curb in front of the south main gates to Huskie Stadium.
Officials Mid American Conference Officials are assigned by Rich Fetchiet. Non Conference Officials are assigned by Jim Mecha.
Dugout Assignment The visiting team will occupy the 3rd base dugout. Towels, ice, a water cooler and cups will be provided.
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at:
One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
Emergency Information In the event of inclement weather Huskie Stadium and Stevenson Hall, located directly North of Ralph McKinzie Field, are designated shelter areas.
Media Information NIU Athletics Communicatios recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Ra- dio personnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment including extension cords. Every attempt will be made to house visiting radio in the press box; due to space constraints this may not always be possible. Addition- ally, each game will feature live stats on NIUHuskies.com A basic stream will be provided (limited audio) on NIUTube and live stats are available on NIUHuskies.com. For all media requests, please contact Mike Haase, Assistant Director, Athlet- ics Communications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9538.
Video Primary filming locations are located in the bleachers in front of the press box or the platform above the press box (be- hind home plate, high vantage point). Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords. NIU retains the rights for streaming video.
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BUS DROP OFF
CHESSICK PRACTICE CENTER
RALPH McKINZIE FIELD
LOCKER ROOM ENTRANCE & BUS PARKING
FROM LINCOLN HIGHWAY RT. 38
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Facility Mary M. Bell Field 270 Stadium Drive East DeKalb, IL 60115
Locker Room Visiting team locker rooms may be available upon request at Huskie Stadium, located directly west of Mary M. Bell Field. Towels will be provided for post-game showers.
Bus Parking Busses should enter campus via Annie Glidden Road. Turn left onto Lucinda from Annie Glidden. Turn left onto Stadium Drive East. Buses may drop off and unload along Stadium Drive East near Mary M. Bell Field. It is recommended buses park in Lot L or Lot K, located south of Mary M. Bell Field.
Dugout Assignments The visiting team will occupy the 1st base dugout. Towels, ice, a water cooler and cups will be provided.
Medical Information Water, cups, towels, ice bags, and biohazard supplies will be provided during practices and competition. The athletic trainer on site will also supply an AED, airway kit, spine board, splint bag, crutches and first aid kit. For more information or to coordinate specific medical needs, contact Emily Belcher, Assistant Athletic Trainer, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9477.
The nearest hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital located at:
One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521
Emergency Information In the event of inclement weather Huskie Stadium is the designated shelter area.
Media Information NIU Media Relations recommends that any radio requests be made no less than seven (7) days in advance. Radio per- sonnel should be self-sufficient and provide all of their own equipment including extension cords. Every attempt will be made to house visiting radio in the press box; due to space constraints this may not always be possible. Additionally, each game will feature live stats on NIUHuskies.com via GameTracker. For all media requests, please contact Joe Sum- mins, Associate Director, Athletics Commnunications, at [email protected] or (815) 753-9539.
Video Primary filming locations are located in the first row of the bleachers or the platform above the press box (behind home plate, high vantage point). Battery powered cameras are strongly recommended. Your team is responsible for providing any necessary extension cords and tape to secure the cords. NIU retains the rights for streaming video.
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CHESSICK PRACTICE MARY M. CENTER BELL FIELD
BUS DROP OFF
FROM I-88 BUS PARKING
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DRIVING INFO From the West
Use either Interstate 90 when driving from From I-90: Exit onto State Route 20 East. From 20 East, take SR the East or West; Interstate 39 when driving 47 South to SR 38. Take SR 38 West approximately 15 miles to from the North or South. Both are toll roads DeKalb. that require exact change or IPass/EZ Pass. From I-88: Take Exit 92--Annie Glidden Road (toll) and go north two miles. From Glidden Rd. take SR 38 (Lincoln Highway) west to I-88, I-90, and I-294 are toll roads. Annie athletic facilities. Glidden Road exit requires a $2.10 exact change only cash toll or IPass/EZ Pass are From the East accepted. Peace Road exit requires a $1.50 exact change only cash toll or IPass/EZ From I-90: Exit onto SR 47 South. Take SR 38 West approximately Pass. 15 miles to DeKalb. From I-88: Take Exit 92--Annie Glidden Road (toll) and go north two miles. From Glidden Rd. take SR 38 (Lincoln ARRIVING BY AIR Highway) west to athletic facilities.
DeKalb is within easy driving distance From the South from Chicago Rockford International From I-39: Exit I-39 to I-88 East. Travel I-88 East to Exit 92--Annie Airport, as well as O’Hare and Glidden Road (toll) and go north two miles. From Glidden Rd. take Midway International Airports in SR 38 (Lincoln Highway) west to athletic facilities. Chicago. From SR 23: Travel north to SR 38 (intersection of 4th St. and Chicago Rockford International Lincoln Highway in DeKalb). Turn left (West) on SR 38 and continue past the main entrance to campus, past Annie Glidden Airport Rd. 866.359.7331 From the North O’Hare International Aiport 773.686.2200 From I-39: Exit I-39 to I-88 East. Travel I-88 East to Exit 92--Annie Glidden Road (toll) and go north two miles. From Glidden Rd. take Midway Airport SR 38(Lincoln Highway) west to athletic facilities. 773.838.0600 From SR 23: Travel south to SR 38 (intersection of 4th St. and Lincoln Highway in DeKalb). Turn right (West) on SR 38 and continue past the main entrance to campus, past Annie Glidden Rd. 17 DINING INFO
Crystal Lake Rib House Los Panchos Sonic 540 E Terra Cotta 1470 S Peace Rd 1115 W Lincoln Hwy Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Sycamore, IL 60178 DeKalb, IL 60115 (312) 246-2233 (815) 991-9278 (815) 901-0934 crystallakeribhouse.com lospanchosrestaurants.com sonicdrivein.com
Eggsclusive Cafe Pita Pete’s Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant 265 W Peace Rd # 111 901 Lucinda Ave., Suite T 642 E Lincoln Hwy Sycamore, IL 60178 DeKalb, IL 60115 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 899-3447 (815) 758-3012 (815) 756-1201 eggsclusivecafe.com pitapetes.com rositas.com
Fatty’s Pub & Grille Pizza Pro’s Tapa La Luna 1312 W. Lincoln Hwy. 1205 W Lincoln Hwy 226 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115 DeKalb, IL 60115 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-7737 (815) 758-4776 (815) 217-0990 fattysniu.com pizzaprosdekalb.com tapalaluna.com
Jamrah Pizza Villa Vinny’s Pizza 2672 Dekalb Ave 824 W. Lincoln Highway 221 W Lincoln Hwy Sycamore, IL 60178 DeKalb, IL 60115 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 517-0007 (815) 758-8116 (815) 787-6200 jamrahrestaurant.com www.pizzavilla.com vinnyspizzadekalb.com
Lincoln Inn Family Restaurant Rosati’s Pizza Wendy’s 240 E. Lincoln Highway 630 Plaza Drive #4 1321 Sycamore Rd DeKalb, IL 60115 Sycamore, IL 60178 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-2345 (815) 895-4646 (815) 756-3400 thelincolninn.com rosatispizza.com wendys.com
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DeKalb
Hampton Inn 663 S Annie Glidden Rd DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-4323
Red Roof Inn & Suites 1212 W Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-8661
Sycamore 7 Miles NE of NIU
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1935 DeKalb Avenue Sycamore, IL 60178 815-748-7400
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