On Saturday, February 2, 2008 all fans are encouraged to "Blackout" Hammons Student Center for the Bears game against Illinois State at 7:05 pm.  Fans are encouraged to purchase official blackout shirts (pictured at left) at the BearWear shop beginning on Wednesday, January 23.  Help the Bears "Blackout" the Redbirds in this Missouri Valley Conference Basketball Showdown.  For more upcoming Bears Basketball promotions visit the new marketing and promotions webpage at www.missouristatebears.com and click the marketing and promotions link.