EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The unofficial kickoff to basketball season at the University of Evansville will take place on Thursday, October 10 when Hoopfest presented by Heritage Federal Credit Union returns to campus inside Meeks Family Fieldhouse.
Festivities are set to begin at 6 p.m. with the doors opening at 5 p.m. The event features the Purple Aces men's and women's basketball teams and includes contests, a dunk exhibition, scrimmages, autographs and more. DJ McNaughty will be on hand to provide entertainment at the event.
Adult admission is $5 with all proceeds from tickets benefitting the United Way with a check presentation being made to the organization during the event.