The St. Peter’s girls’ basketball team, boasting an impressive 27-2 record, has secured the #4 overall seed in the highly anticipated Minnesota Class AAA Girls State Basketball Tournament. Fans are buzzing with excitement as they prepare to support their team in the quarterfinals, where they will face off against #5 Stewartville (21-8). The game is set for noon on Wednesday, March 13, at the University of Minnesota’s Maturi Pavilion in Minneapolis, located within the Williams Arena complex. Could this be the year St. Peter’s truly embodies the spirit of “Peter Girl 2” on the court?
State Tournament Game Details
The quarterfinal matchup promises to be a thrilling contest. St. Peter’s Saints, seeded fourth, will clash with Stewartville in a game that will test their skills and determination. Tip-off is scheduled for 12:00 PM Central Time on Wednesday, March 13th, at Maturi Pavilion. This is the first step in their journey through the state tournament, and a victory here is crucial for advancing.
Ticket Information
For those eager to witness the action live, tickets for the quarterfinal round are exclusively available online through the Minnesota State High School League’s official website: www.mshsl.org/tickets. Adult tickets are priced at $17, while student tickets are available for $11. It’s recommended to purchase tickets in advance to secure your spot and cheer on the Saints. Tickets for subsequent tournament rounds can also be purchased via the same link.
Fan Support
To ensure strong support for the team, St. Peter’s High School is organizing a fan bus specifically for high school students (grades 9-12). The fan bus offers a convenient and affordable way to travel to Minneapolis and support the Saints. The cost per student is just $5. Students interested in riding the fan bus can sign up and pay the fee at the Saints Activities Office (room A102) starting Monday morning, March 11th. Spaces are limited, so early sign-up is encouraged.
Adding to the spirit, commemorative 2024 State Tournament t-shirts will be available for purchase through the Activities Office, hopefully starting on Tuesday, March 12th. These t-shirts are priced at $20 each and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Show your Saints pride with these limited edition t-shirts! Depending on demand, a second run of t-shirts may be considered, though availability for those would be after the state tournament concludes.
Watch Live
For those who cannot attend in person, every moment of the quarterfinal games will be livestreamed on https://prepspotlight.tv/. Please note that PrepSpotlight.tv is a subscription-based service requiring a fee to access the broadcasts of the first round, consolation, and third-place games. However, if the Saints advance to the Semifinal and Championship games, these matches will be broadcast on regular television on Ch. 45 and online at https://kstp.com/45tv/prep45/ for broader viewing access.
More Information
For comprehensive details regarding the Minnesota State Girls Basketball Tournament, including the complete event schedule, tournament bracket, and online game program, please visit the official MSHSL girls basketball website: https://www.mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/basketball-girls. This website is your central hub for all tournament-related information.
Regardless of Wednesday’s outcome, the Saints are guaranteed to play another game on Thursday, March 14th, either at noon or 2 p.m. Further details regarding tickets, fan bus arrangements, and other logistics for subsequent Saints’ state tournament games will be announced as they become available. Support the St. Peter’s girls basketball team as they chase their state tournament dreams and write the next chapter of their “peter girl 2” journey!
