A Renewed Rivalry in the Black Hills
The South Dakota State University men’s basketball squad is heading back to Rapid City for a much‑anticipated non‑conference clash with the University of Northern Colorado on November 14, 2025. The game will be held at Summit Arena, the same venue where the two teams met a year earlier, and it promises to draw a sizable crowd from across the region.
Coach Bryan Petersen expressed enthusiasm about the matchup, noting that the team is eager to test itself against a familiar opponent and to bring the excitement of a Black Hills showdown to the fans. Petersen highlighted the growing interest in Jackrabbit basketball in western South Dakota, a trend that has been bolstered by recent successes on the court.
Summit Arena, operated by The Monument, serves as a premier entertainment destination in the Black Hills, offering a versatile space that can accommodate the enthusiastic crowds that SDSU’s fanbase generates. The venue’s location makes it accessible to supporters from South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska and Wyoming, underscoring the game’s regional significance.
Ticket Sales Begin September 4
The upcoming contest is part of an eight‑game non‑conference schedule for the Jackrabbits, which includes road trips to Kansas State in early November and a later visit to Sioux Falls in December. Each of these games provides an opportunity for SDSU to fine‑tune its roster ahead of conference play.
Ticket sales for the Rapid City rematch will open on September 4, with tickets available through the Bluepeak Ticket Offices and online at www.themonument.live. Early buyers will have the chance to secure seats for what is expected to be one of the most watched non‑conference games of the season.