COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Basketball season is just around the corner and fans will get their first chance to meet and interact with the 2016-17 Texas A&M men's and women's basketball teams during Maroon Madness, which will take place inside Reed Arena Thursday night from 8-9 p.m.Â
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Featured at the event, which is free to attend, will be introductions of both Aggie teams, a dunk contest featuring the top athletes on the men's squad judged by the women's team, a 3-point shootout between members of both teams and a 3D court-projection presentation. At the culmination of the night's festivities, there will be an unveiling of the men's basketball 2016 SEC Championship Banner.
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Each Aggie team takes the court for a brief intra-squad scrimmage during the event where spectators will get their first look at the Aggies on the hardwood. Fans will also be treated to performances by the Aggie Dance Team and Hullabaloo band.
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A variety of contests for students are planned, highlighted by both the Aggie men's and women's programs offering a VIP experience to travel with the team for a road game this season.
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Additionally on Thursday night, one lucky fan will get the chance to take a half-court shot for $10,000 while the first 1,000 fans inside Reed Arena will get a free t-shirt.
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Prior to the activities inside the area, the Reed Rowdies will put on a tailgate with free food and drinks at the facility's north entrance which is open to all students with an accompanying DJ. When entering the area fans will have the opportunity to take a selfie with the Aggie men's 2016 SEC Championship trophy, the Aggie women's 2011 National Championship trophy and player cutouts.
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SEASON TICKETS ON SALE
An affordable, family entertainment option, season tickets for Texas A&M men's & women's basketball are on sale and begin as low as $100. Annual per seat contributions are required for some seating areas. Contact the 12th Man Foundation for additional information or to order tickets by calling 888-992-4443 or logging on to www.12thMan.com/Tickets.
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Featured at the event, which is free to attend, will be introductions of both Aggie teams, a dunk contest featuring the top athletes on the men's squad judged by the women's team, a 3-point shootout between members of both teams and a 3D court-projection presentation. At the culmination of the night's festivities, there will be an unveiling of the men's basketball 2016 SEC Championship Banner.
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Each Aggie team takes the court for a brief intra-squad scrimmage during the event where spectators will get their first look at the Aggies on the hardwood. Fans will also be treated to performances by the Aggie Dance Team and Hullabaloo band.
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A variety of contests for students are planned, highlighted by both the Aggie men's and women's programs offering a VIP experience to travel with the team for a road game this season.
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Additionally on Thursday night, one lucky fan will get the chance to take a half-court shot for $10,000 while the first 1,000 fans inside Reed Arena will get a free t-shirt.
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Prior to the activities inside the area, the Reed Rowdies will put on a tailgate with free food and drinks at the facility's north entrance which is open to all students with an accompanying DJ. When entering the area fans will have the opportunity to take a selfie with the Aggie men's 2016 SEC Championship trophy, the Aggie women's 2011 National Championship trophy and player cutouts.
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SEASON TICKETS ON SALE
An affordable, family entertainment option, season tickets for Texas A&M men's & women's basketball are on sale and begin as low as $100. Annual per seat contributions are required for some seating areas. Contact the 12th Man Foundation for additional information or to order tickets by calling 888-992-4443 or logging on to www.12thMan.com/Tickets.