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`Millersville is gearing up for another thrilling basketball season by bringing back Marauder Midnight Madness, and everyone is invited.
On Tuesday October 14, the Millersville athletic department will throw a pep rally in Pucillo Gymnasium for the official beginning of both the men’s and women’s basketball seasons.
Doors will open at 10:30 p.m. and spectators are encouraged to arrive early, as the first 50 spectators will receive a free Marauder Midnight Madness t-shirt.
Everyone that enters will also receive a ticket. The tickets will be used towards drawings for activities such as a relay race.
Prizes will be handed out for these contests. Marauder Midnight Madness t-shirts will also be on sale for $10.
Graduate Assistant Gretchen Imes said the aim of this event is to cheer on the basketball teams and get everyone ready for the new season.
“The goal is for the university to show their support for the upcoming basketball season by gathering students, faculty, staff and the community,” Imes said.
The event will be similar to last year’s Marauder Midnight Madness.
WGAL’s Pat Principe will emcee again this year. DJ Cool La will be playing music throughout the night.
“He did a great job last year,” Imes said.
The Millersville band will provide the music at midnight when, as might be expected, the basketball teams will the court.
The teams will compete in various contests such a 3-point and slam dunk competition.
The men’s and women’s teams will compete against each other in various events.
Over 600 people showed up last year, and Millersville hopes even more people will attend this year and show their school spirit.
“We’re definitely aiming to hit that and beyond this year,” Imes said.