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CEFCU Arena
Home of the Illinois State Redbirds
232 West College Avenue
Normal, IL 61761
Opened: November 4, 2022
CEFCU Arena, originally known as Redbird Arena, is a 10,200 seat multi-purpose arena located in Normal, Illinois, on the campus of Illinois State University. Built in 1989, the building is notable for its use of a Teflon-coated roof that gives off a "glow" during night events. Three Illinois State Redbirds athletic teams use the facility as their home court: men's basketball, women's basketball, and women's volleyball.

The arena was renamed CEFCU Arena after the school and CEFCU agreed to a 10-year naming rights deal on November 4, 2022. Students who enjoy men's basketball and sit in the student section often paint their faces red and wear red T-shirts and become part of "Red Alert", the official student spirit group of Illinois State athletics.
Last 10 Games
Date Opponents Result
Mar 1, 2026Belmont @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Feb 18, 2026Murray State @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Feb 12, 2026Valparaiso @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Feb 6, 2026Drake @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Feb 3, 2026Southern Illinois @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Jan 21, 2026Northern Iowa @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Jan 17, 2026Bradley @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Jan 10, 2026UIC @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Jan 1, 2026Evansville @ Illinois State 0 - 0
Dec 21, 2025Indiana State @ Illinois State 0 - 0