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University of Northern Iowa Athletics
Main Street Madness relocated to McLeod Center due to impending weather
9/29/2026 12:30:00 PM | Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Wrestling
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Due to impending rain in the forecast, UNI Athletics on Tuesday announced that the fifth edition of Main Street Madness will be relocated to the McLeod Center on Thursday, Oct. 1 as "McLeod Center Madness."
The national recognized and award winning event will maintain its previously announced schedule inside the Panthers' arena with all the fun and excitement still set to take the court and mat.
The free, family-friendly event offers Panther fans a unique opportunity to meet and interact with UNI men's and women's basketball and wrestling student-athletes and coaches ahead of the 2026-27 seasons.
Northwest and southwest doors to the McLeod Center will open at 4:30 p.m. CT. Concessions will be available for purchase, with autographs available for all teams following the conclusion of the event.
Parking will be available and free for all attendees in the McLeod Center and UNI-Dome lots. All game day policies, including clear bag and cashless payment will be in effect.
The basketball portion of the event will kick off at 5:45 p.m. CT. Fans can look forward to:
- Team introductions from UNI basketball
- Comments from head coaches Kyle Green and Tanya Warren
- Skill challenges
- Giveaways and autograph sessions (Following the event)
- Up-close access to Panther coaches and student-athletes
The wrestling portion of the event is set to begin at 6:45 p.m. CT. Fans can look forward to:
- Introductions of the Panther wrestling team
- Comments from head coach Doug Schwab
- Live wrestling demonstration from the UNI wrestlers
- Fan interactive skill competitions
- Autograph session (Following the event)
- Up-close access to Panther coaches and student-athletes
Whether you're a longtime Panther supporter or new to the UNI sports community, Main Street Madness is the perfect way to celebrate Panther pride and the start of another thrilling athletic season.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact 319-273-2470. Season ticket information for men's and women's basketball as well as wrestling can be found HERE.
UNI Athletics action can be followed all year long on social media on Facebook (UNI Athletics), X (@UNIAthletics) and on Instagram (@uniathletics). Schedules and rosters, along with the latest Panther news and information can be found online at UNIpanthers.com.
