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Goodbye Crossroads Classic, hello 'Indy Classic': Purdue, Ball State to play in new event

The Crossroads Classic, an annual pair of games between IU, Purdue, Butler and Notre Dame at Gainbridge Fieldhouse each December, ended its 11-year run in 2021. Now, it’s time for something new.

The Indiana Sports Corp announced Monday morning that the inaugural “Indy Classic” will feature games between Ball State and Illinois State, and Purdue vs. Davidson. The event will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, Dec. 17, the same weekend the Crossroads Classic was typically held.

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