Fast facts
League: Division I (NCAA)
Head Coach: T. J. Otzelberger
Team Mascot: Cy the Cardinal
Year Opened: 1971
Capacity: 14267
City / State: Ames / Iowa
Rivalries & Top Games to Attend
Iowa State vs Iowa
Rival Team: Iowa Hawkeyes
Arguably the biggest in-state collegiate sports rivalry, the Iowa State-Iowa games are a must see regardless of the sport. The two have been meeting on the hardwood since 1909 when the Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 30-27. Iowa leads the all-time series 44-26, but you’ll be in for a show whenever these two get together, so don’t miss an Iowa State-Iowa game.
Iowa State vs Kansas
Rival Team: Kansas Jayhawks
The Kansas Jayhawks are the Cyclones’ biggest in-conference rivals. The two teams have been squaring off since the 1909-1910 season and there is always a lot at stake when the teams meet. The two midwest schools have a long standing rivalry, so make sure to be in attendance when the Cyclones take on the Jayhawks.