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About Sherman Gymnasium At Illinois College

Welcome to Sherman Gymnasium, the on-campus home for Illinois College basketball and volleyball. Named in 2018 to honor IC alumnus Herb Sherman and memory of his parents, the facility now features Bill Merris Court and hosts IC Invitational events along with nationally recognized matchups. With a capacity of 1,576 plus standing room on upper levels, Sherman Gym offers an intimate but energetic setting for fans, families, and visiting teams.

Whether you’re securing tickets for an IC game, checking seating options, planning parking, or lining up comfortable nearby stays and meals, we’ve got you. Think of this page as your friendly go-to guide—like having a connect in the business who genuinely wants to help you secure your seats with ease.

For the most accurate seating details, contact Illinois College Athletics directly. While interactive seating charts are referenced by ticketing partners, official IC guidance ensures you know where to sit for the best view of Bill Merris Court. Parking on campus follows IC policies, and local transit via Ride JAX helps guests reach Sherman Gym conveniently. When you plan a visit, explore affiliated hotel partners and nearby dining options to make your trip smooth and enjoyable.

Notable past events include the IC Invitational series and appearances such as the nationally televised Grinnell vs. Illinois College game on ESPN3, underscoring Sherman Gym’s role in college basketball history.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,576 (with standing room on upper levels).
  • Address: 1101 West College Avenue, Jacksonville, Illinois 62650.
  • Venue type: on-campus gymnasium within the Bruner Center; home to Illinois College men's and women's basketball and volleyball; court named Bill Merris Court.
  • Renaming: Sherman Gymnasium was updated/named in 2018 in honor of IC alumnus Herb Sherman ’58 (memory of his parents); Bill Merris Court is the court name. ([illinoiscollegeathletics.com](https://illinoiscollegeathletics.com/facilities/sherman-gymnasium/15?utm_source=openai))
  • Seating chart: No publicly published seating chart found; ticketing sites mention interactive seating charts for Sherman Gym (public access varies). Contact IC Athletics for specifics. ([boxofficeticketsales.com](https://www.boxofficeticketsales.com/venues/sherman-gymnasium-at-illinois-college?utm_source=openai))
  • Parking: On-campus parking governed by Illinois College parking policies; see general IC parking guidelines and decals. ([catalog.ic.edu](https://catalog.ic.edu/parking?utm_source=openai))
  • Transit: Local fixed-route transit exists in the Jacksonville area (Ride JAX) with routes serving the campus area, e.g., Saluki/Nile routes and campus connectivity. ([ridejax.com](https://ridejax.com/services/))
  • Nearby hotels: Multiple options in Jacksonville, IL (e.g., Best Western, Hampton Inn Jacksonville, Blessings on State Bed & Breakfast, etc.). ([ic.edu](https://www.ic.edu/about/directions?utm_source=openai))
  • Notable events hosted: IC Invitational events at Sherman Gym; a nationally televised Grinnell vs. Illinois College game on ESPN3 (2013). ([illinoiscollegeathletics.com](https://illinoiscollegeathletics.com/sports/2024/8/27/2024-ic-invitational-page.aspx?utm_source=openai))