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Wednesday’s Backcourt Club Tip-Off Reception Launches Busy Start to 2023-24 Men’s Basketball Season
10/31/2023 3:43:00 PM | Men's Basketball
LEWISBURG, Pa. – The official start of the 2023-24 men's hoops season is less than a week away, with the home opener slated for next Monday night against Delaware at Sojka Pavilion. As a warm-up to the start of the new campaign, first-year head coach John Griffin III '08 and select Bison players will be at Brendan's Towne Tavern on Wednesday night, Nov. 1, for the annual Backcourt Club Tip-Off Reception.
The popular event runs from 7-9 p.m. The $20 admission (cash or check) includes a buffet meal and drinks, as well as a raffle ticket for a chance to win Bucknell gear or the grand prize, a pair of 2023-24 season tickets.
Griffin, a former all-star guard on some of Bucknell's most-accomplished teams in the mid-2000s, will field a young but energetic squad this season. The contest against longtime Middle Atlantic Conference and East Coast Conference rival Delaware marks the first of nine games in a busy month of November for the Bison.
Below is some additional fan information as we head into the new season.
IMPORTANT LINKS
Please take a moment to review some of the fantastic offerings we have for fans this season at Sojka Pavilion. Feel free to contact Todd Newcomb (tnewcomb@bucknell.edu) or 570-577-1771 to take advantage of any of the exclusive opportunities below.
CHAMPIONS CORNER -- EXCLUSIVE HALFTIME HOSPITALITY AREA
New this year, Bison Club and Backcourt Club donors at the $1,500 level or higher, can enjoy Champions Corner, a behind-the-scenes, exclusive hospitality area located inside the Bucknell team tunnel at the southeast corner of the Pavilion. Champions Corner will be open for a light meal and drinks during halftime of each men's basketball game. You must obtain an exclusive Champions Corner pin for you and a guest, which will serve as your access credentials into the hospitality area. Please note that the Bucknell team tunnel will be off-limits to any gameday traffic except for those individuals with a Champions Corner pin. It may not be used as an access point to the court pregame, nor as an exit from the arena postgame.
VIP PARKING
We offer two VIP Parking lots for the games at Sojka Pavilion. The Blue Lot is located off Moore Avenue in front of Sojka, while the Orange Lot is located off 7th Street and adjacent to the Graham Building. As season ticket holders you can obtain a Blue Lot season pass by making a donation of $750 to any Bison Athletics designation, or an Orange Lot season pass with a donation of $1,500 or more.
SOJKA PAVILION SUITES
There's no better way to take in a game at Sojka Pavilion than by taking advantage of one of the suite offerings on the concourse level. The McGee Room is located at the south end of the arena and offers a great view of the game action. The suite can hold up to 50 people, and the rental also includes 24 chairback seats located directly in front of the suite in the seating bowl.
There are two additional suites located off the west concourse. P209 is located up behind the Bucknell bench on the southwest side and can accommodate 25. The rental includes 12 chairback seats located directly in front of the suite in the seating bowl. P210 is located behind the visitor bench and has the same space specifications.
All food and drink inside the suites must be ordered through Bucknell Dining. Please reach out ASAP to reserve your suite. They fill very quickly and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
JOIN THE BACKCOURT CLUB
The Backcourt Club serves as the fundraising arm for Bucknell Men's Basketball, where donations count as Bison Club membership. Comprising alumni, families, and community members, the Backcourt Club's mission is to maximize resources for success in the Patriot League and on the national stage.
Bison Basketball's storied history showcases great players, coaches, and dedicated supporters, establishing Bucknell as the premier program in the Patriot League. Since 1990, the men's basketball program boasts a .658 winning percentage against league opponents, 316 league victories (52 more than the next-highest total), 13 regular-season titles, eight NCAA Tournament appearances, and three NIT bids.
Regardless of your level of support, all donors contribute to the program's pursuit of Patriot League championships. Fans and former players are strongly encouraged to invest in Bucknell Men's Basketball and its dedicated student-athletes.
2023-2024 BUCKNELL MEN'S BASKETBALL PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Mon., Nov. 6 vs. Delaware
The popular event runs from 7-9 p.m. The $20 admission (cash or check) includes a buffet meal and drinks, as well as a raffle ticket for a chance to win Bucknell gear or the grand prize, a pair of 2023-24 season tickets.
Griffin, a former all-star guard on some of Bucknell's most-accomplished teams in the mid-2000s, will field a young but energetic squad this season. The contest against longtime Middle Atlantic Conference and East Coast Conference rival Delaware marks the first of nine games in a busy month of November for the Bison.
Below is some additional fan information as we head into the new season.
IMPORTANT LINKS
- 2023-24 Schedule
- Purchase Single-Game or Season Tickets
- Register your kids for the Junior Bison Club
- Watch all home games and most away games on ESPN+
- 2023-24 Team Roster
- 2023-24 Team Record Book
- Follow the team on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
Please take a moment to review some of the fantastic offerings we have for fans this season at Sojka Pavilion. Feel free to contact Todd Newcomb (tnewcomb@bucknell.edu) or 570-577-1771 to take advantage of any of the exclusive opportunities below.
CHAMPIONS CORNER -- EXCLUSIVE HALFTIME HOSPITALITY AREA
New this year, Bison Club and Backcourt Club donors at the $1,500 level or higher, can enjoy Champions Corner, a behind-the-scenes, exclusive hospitality area located inside the Bucknell team tunnel at the southeast corner of the Pavilion. Champions Corner will be open for a light meal and drinks during halftime of each men's basketball game. You must obtain an exclusive Champions Corner pin for you and a guest, which will serve as your access credentials into the hospitality area. Please note that the Bucknell team tunnel will be off-limits to any gameday traffic except for those individuals with a Champions Corner pin. It may not be used as an access point to the court pregame, nor as an exit from the arena postgame.
VIP PARKING
We offer two VIP Parking lots for the games at Sojka Pavilion. The Blue Lot is located off Moore Avenue in front of Sojka, while the Orange Lot is located off 7th Street and adjacent to the Graham Building. As season ticket holders you can obtain a Blue Lot season pass by making a donation of $750 to any Bison Athletics designation, or an Orange Lot season pass with a donation of $1,500 or more.
SOJKA PAVILION SUITES
There's no better way to take in a game at Sojka Pavilion than by taking advantage of one of the suite offerings on the concourse level. The McGee Room is located at the south end of the arena and offers a great view of the game action. The suite can hold up to 50 people, and the rental also includes 24 chairback seats located directly in front of the suite in the seating bowl.
There are two additional suites located off the west concourse. P209 is located up behind the Bucknell bench on the southwest side and can accommodate 25. The rental includes 12 chairback seats located directly in front of the suite in the seating bowl. P210 is located behind the visitor bench and has the same space specifications.
All food and drink inside the suites must be ordered through Bucknell Dining. Please reach out ASAP to reserve your suite. They fill very quickly and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
JOIN THE BACKCOURT CLUB
The Backcourt Club serves as the fundraising arm for Bucknell Men's Basketball, where donations count as Bison Club membership. Comprising alumni, families, and community members, the Backcourt Club's mission is to maximize resources for success in the Patriot League and on the national stage.
Bison Basketball's storied history showcases great players, coaches, and dedicated supporters, establishing Bucknell as the premier program in the Patriot League. Since 1990, the men's basketball program boasts a .658 winning percentage against league opponents, 316 league victories (52 more than the next-highest total), 13 regular-season titles, eight NCAA Tournament appearances, and three NIT bids.
Regardless of your level of support, all donors contribute to the program's pursuit of Patriot League championships. Fans and former players are strongly encouraged to invest in Bucknell Men's Basketball and its dedicated student-athletes.
2023-2024 BUCKNELL MEN'S BASKETBALL PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Mon., Nov. 6 vs. Delaware
- Weis Markets Sojka 6th Man T-Shirt Giveaway
- W & L Schedule Magnet Giveaway
- Duke Ticket Giveaway for Students
- YMCA Night
- Chamber Night
- Scout Day
- Youth Basketball Night (BOGO for 2/12 game)
- Dirk Sojka's Slam Dunk with Bison Basketball
- Community Day, presented by Rockey Auction Services
- Pat Behan Day
- Alumni Game
- Celebration of 35th Anniversary of 1989 NCAA Team
- NBA Night
- Student-Athlete Challenge
- Bucky's Birthday Celebration, presented by Red Robin
- Mascot Game
- Youth Basketball Night
- First Responder & Military Appreciation Day
- Fan Appreciation Night
- Senior Night
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