Northern State University will be putting away the snow shovels and gloves and getting out the shades and swimsuits for the annual I Hate Winter festivities Feb. 8 and 9 as part of the men and women's basketball competitions.
On Saturday, students will have the opportunity to watch the basketball game courtside inside a relaxing hot tub thanks to Black Knight Pools, Spas, Games and Things. A sign-up table will be at the Saturday evening games for students who would like to participate.
Also taking place on Saturday will be several games for the chance to win a TV and Qdoba gift card.
On Friday, the women and men take on Wayne State. Game time is 6 p.m. for the women and 8 p.m. for the men's competition. Saturday, the Wolves face Augustana - women at 5 p.m. and men at 7 p.m.