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The Spencer Tigers will open girls state tournament play at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines Tuesday, March 3 against No. 8 Pella or No. 9 Knoxville. Game time is set for 8 p.m. -- the final 3A game of the day.
Pella, the defending state runner-up to Sioux City Heelan, is making its third straight trip to the state tournament. The Tigers are making their second back-to-back appearance since 2002-03.
Spencer head coach Don Martindale believes the state tournament experience for both sides will offer an intriguing and highly competitive first-round pairing.
Are you ready for the trip? Still need to make some last minute travel arrangements? Are you properly attired? Here are some tips to enjoy the total Tiger experience.
Get your tickets
Advance tickets will go on sale Friday, Feb. 27 at the high school office from Marilyn McGaffin or Roger Johnson during office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost for tickets is $8. All children two years and older will be required to have a seating ticket. Children under two who do not occupy their own seat will be admitted free of charge. Spencer schools will receive 25 cents back for each ticket that is sold at the school.
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Sit back and enjoy the ride
Two motor coaches, approximately 100 seats, for adult spectators will be available for $35 which includes transportation and a game ticket. The busses will leave from the high school parking lot at 3:15 p.m., on Tuesday, March 3, and return after the game. Spots may be reserved by calling Marilyn at the high school office at 262-1700, between 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Leave early, sleep late
Due to the game, there will be a 2:30 p.m., early dismissal Tuesday, March 3, and a two-hour late start on Wednesday, March 4.
Students need rides too
A student pep bus signup for high school will start on Friday, Feb. 27 at a cost of $12, $8 for the ticket and $4 for the ride. Students will need a note from parents giving permission for them to ride the pep bus. The bus will leave from the high school south parking lot at 3:45 p.m., Tuesday, March 3.