DES MOINES, Iowa – The Drake University men's basketball team is inviting local law enforcement departments and all law enforcement officers to the Jan. 11 game vs. Indiana State for the Bulldogs' 'We Back the Blue Night.'

To honor and recognize local law enforcement agencies and officers, all officers will receive free admission to the game for themselves and their families by showing their badge at the Knapp Center West lobby entrance. Additionally, there will be a pregame reception hosted by the Drake University women's basketball team in the Shivers Basketball Practice Facility where officers and their families can interact.

At halftime law enforcement officers will be honored for their service to the Des Moines and central Iowa community.

Fans can show their appreciation to local law enforcement by attending 'We Back the Blue' night with a $5 general admission ticket by mentioning 'We Back the Blue' at the Drake athletic ticket office. 'We Back the Blue' tickets can also be purchased online at www.DrakeTix.com/promo using the promo code POLICE.