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Insight Bowl 2011

The Annual Insight Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona

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The Insight Bowl has been played in Phoenix since 2000. It all started in Tucson, Arizona in 1989 as the Copper Bowl. The Copper Bowl became the Insight.com Bowl when Insight Enterprises signed a long term deal to be title sponsor of the game, and in 2002 the name was changed to the Insight Bowl.

The 23rd Annual Insight Bowl will be played on Frank Kush Field at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.

When is the Insight Bowl?

The Insight Bowl will be played on Friday, December 30, 2011. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. Arizona time.

Will the Insight Bowl be televised?

Yes, it will be carried by ESPN. No tickets for the game? Try one of these popular local sports bars.

How much are the tickets?

Tickets start at $25. Parking passes are $20.

How do I buy tickets to the Insight Bowl?

  1. In person at the Fiesta Bowl/Insight Bowl office at 7135 E. Camelback Rd, #190, Scottsdale.
  2. By phone at 480-350-0911.
  3. Online
  4. From a reputable ticket broker like TicketsNow.com (Buy Direct).
  5. From scalpers/ticket exchanges. Note: beware of fake tickets!

See a seating chart for Sun Devil Stadium.

How do I get to Sun Devil Stadium?

Here is a map and directions to Sun Devil Stadium at Arizona State University, including METRO light rail information. Leave plenty of time -- there are bound to be large crowds. For the Insight Bowl METRO Light Rail will run regular service with additional trains to support pre- and post-event crowds. Trains complete their last full trip from the end-of-line stations at 2 a.m. (the following morning).

The Arizona Department of Transportation usually provides detailed motorist information, including any travel or road restrictions, for this event. Call 5-1-1, then *7. The call is free.

Who is playing this year?

The Iowa Hawkeyes of the Big Ten Conference against the Oklahoma Sooners from the Big 12. The Hawkeyes finished the regular season with a 7-5 record. The Sooners finished with a 9-3 record. This will be the second Insight Bowl appearance for both teams.

Where should I look for a hotel room?

If you are just coming in for the game and related festivities, you'll probably want to stay at a hotel in downtown Tempe or at a hotel on the METRO light rail line. If you are driving, a hotel in downtown Scottsdale would be close, too.

What is the weather like in Tempe in late December?

Here are some weather statistics and tips about Tempe and the rest of the Phoenix area for late December and early January.

What if I have more questions about the Insight Bowl?

You can visit Insight Bowl online, or call 480-350-0900.

All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.

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