State Tournament Information -- Quarterfinals

2026 State Boys Basketball Tournament Information | Quarterfinals

Joe Hedervare

March 18, 2026

Waseca Bluejays

2026 State Boys Basketball Tournament Information | Quarterfinals

Date: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026

Time: 8:00pm

Location: Williams Arena (University of Minnesota), 1925 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis.

Opponent: #3 Minnehaha Academy Redhawks  

Ticket Information:

  • Price: $17.50 for adults | $11.50 for students

  • Purchase: Tickets must be bought electronically via Gopher Sports.

  • Online Purchase: Fans are encouraged to buy tickets in advance at Gopher Sports.

Fan Bus Information:

  • Waseca Junior Senior High School Fan Bus

    • Cost: $15 per person

    • Sign-Up & Payment: Begins Wednesday morning in the WHS Main Office.

    • Eligibility:

      • Students in grades 9–12 are eligible to ride the Waseca Junior-Senior High School fan bus.

    • Important Notes:

      • Fans are responsible for purchasing their own game tickets separately.

      • The bus may be canceled if there is insufficient interest.

  • Waseca Community Education Fan Bus

    • Cost: $15 per person.

    • Sign-Up & Payment: Waseca Community Education Eleyo Page

    • Eligibility: Community members and students in grades K–8 are eligible to ride the Waseca Community Education Fan Bus. Students in grades K–8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

    • Important Notes:

      • Fans are responsible for purchasing their own game tickets separately.

      • The bus may be canceled if there is insufficient interest.

Williams Arena Policies:

  • University of Minnesota, including Williams Arena, is a smoke-free campus

  • No re-entry

  • All patrons and staff will be subject to search upon entry

  • No outside food or beverage allowed in Williams Arena. All concession stands at Williams Arena are cashless.

  • No outside water bottles (reusable or disposable) are allowed in Williams Arena

  • Backpacks, luggage, grocery, duffle bags, large bags, large purses, cinch bags, computer bags, briefcases, fanny packs, and any other bag that does not meet the bag policy*

    • Bags cannot exceed 12” x 12”

    • Cameras with lenses must not exceed 2”

  • More FAQs regarding Williams Arena and University of Minnesota policies can be found at: https://gophersports.com/sports/2022/11/18/mens-basketball-williams-arena

Souvenir Tournament Program:

MSHSL Minimum Behavior Expectations:

  • Respect the Flag & National Anthem.

  • Dress Code: Clothing must cover the torso; inappropriate clothing will result in removal.

  • Appropriate Language Only: Profanity, negative chants, booing, trash talk, or personal attacks are prohibited.

  • Respect the Game: Only official team members may enter the playing surface.

  • Signage: Handheld signs are allowed if they do not obstruct views and are in good taste. Signs on sticks, balloons, or celebratory items are not allowed.

  • No Artificial Noisemakers: Megaphones, cowbells, sirens, whistles, and similar items are prohibited.

  • No Laser Lights.

  • No Pets Allowed.

MSHSL Behavior Expectations

Game Broadcast Information: