State Line Showdown Information

State Line Showdown


Rockhurst vs. Shawnee Mission East Basketball
Friday, January 30, 2026 | Municipal Auditorium


The Rockhurst JV/Varsity Basketball teams will be playing Shawnee Mission East on Friday, January 30 at Municipal Auditorium in the State Line Showdown. The JV game begins at 5:30 p.m., while the Varsity game starts at 7:00 p.m.
 
This matchup is a great opportunity for the Rockhurst community to come together and support our Hawklets in one of Kansas City's most iconic venues. We hope you'll join us downtown and cheer on our basketball team in this exciting rivalry game!
 
Below is some information regarding ticket sales, a pregame tailgate social event, and parking/transportation.
 
🎟️ TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! 🎟️
 
All tickets are General Admission and seats in the arena are available on a first-come, first-serve basis (excluding options 3&4 below).
 
 
There are four ticket options for the game:


Option 1: Digital Tickets (Ticketmaster)

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster HERE.
 
• Adults: $25.00 + Ticketmaster fees ($30.75)
• Students: $15.00 + Ticketmaster fees ($20.50)
 
Students must present a valid student ID at the door on game night.
 

 
Option 2: Municipal Auditorium Box Office

Avoid online fees by purchasing tickets directly at the Municipal Box Office.
 
Hours: 
Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM 
Game Day: Opens at 10:00 AM on Friday, January 30

• Adults: $25.00 (Cash)
• Students: $15.00 (Cash)

Credit cards are accepted; processing fees may apply.
 
***PRESALE TICKETS*** 

Rockhurst is selling student presale tickets through SGA.
 

 
Option 3: Hawklet Tip-Off Tailgate + Reserved Seat
Join Rockhurst parents, alumni, and past parents for a pregame tailgate inside The Little Theatre, conveniently connected to Municipal Auditorium, from 4:30-6:45 p.m.
 
This package includes:
Cost: $100 per ticket
 
For more information and to purchase, visit our website.
 
 

 
Option 4: Hawklet Tip-Off Tailgate + Courtside Seat - SOLD OUT
 
 
For options 3 & 4, Rockhurst will purchase and distribute game tickets at the pregame event inside The Little Theatre on gameday.

Event Schedule
🕟 4:30 p.m. – Arrive and enjoy food and beverages at the pregame tailgate inside The Little Theatre
➡️ 6:45 p.m. – Depart together and enter Municipal Auditorium
🏀 7:00 p.m. – Rockhurst Basketball vs. Shawnee Mission East




Fans can complete their purchase using the form below.
 

State Line Showdown Hawklet Tip-Off Tailgate

 
🚗 PARKING & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Plans regarding student spirit buses are being finalized and will be shared with students once confirmed.

Parking Options

View the Visit KC Parking Map: Click here to view a map of available parking lots around downtown Kansas City.

KC Streetcar (Free)

The KC Streetcar is a convenient alternative to parking near the venue. Consider parking in the River Market, Crossroads, or Plaza and riding the streetcar downtown.

Municipal Auditorium is a five-minute walk from the Power & Light Streetcar stop.

Transit App

The Transit app  provides real-time arrival information for RideKC buses, the KC Streetcar, Uber, and Lyft. Streetcar ETAs can also be viewed in Apple and Google Maps.

Helpful Tips
  • Arrive 30–60 minutes early for easier parking
  • Consider reserving parking in advance via ParkWhiz or SpotHero
  • Rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) may have designated drop-off zones
  • Park in well-lit areas and secure valuables
  • Set up mobile payment apps ahead of time for garages and meters