In less than a month, the Bison basketball teams will begin their competition schedules.
“COVID took that excitement away, and I think our fans make a difference in our games.” “I’m most looking forward to the fans returning to our games,” Barnes said. Senior women’s basketball guard Jasmine Barnes said she is excited for the return of a normal basketball season complete with full capacity stadiums. In addition, the teams played an unconventional schedule and stadium capacities were limited. Midnight Madness was one of the many elements of the basketball season that was compromised by the pandemic. The participant was given three attempts and failed to complete the shot.ĭue to COVID-19 concerns, Midnight Madness did not take place during the 2020 fall semester. However, in chapel on Monday morning, head basketball coach Jeff Morgan and University President David Burks announced this year’s shot would be worth full tuition for the 2022 spring semester. In the past, the reward for sinking the half court shot attempt was half tuition.
The events of the night included performances from the Thundering Herd, an appearance from Buff the Bison, roster introductions, a relay competition, a dunk contest, a cheer routine, musical pillows, a half court shot attempt for full tuition and a surprise beatboxing performance by freshman men’s basketball guard Hrvoje Majcunic. “I enjoyed the anticipation of waiting in the lobby for our fellow classmates to enter through the front doors of Rhodes-Reaves Field House, knowing they were going to have as much fun as our team,” Yates said. “ heard nothing but great things about Midnight Madness, and thrilled to see for myself what it’s all about.”įormer men’s basketball player and current women’s basketball assistant coach Dawson Yates recalled the excitement that he felt toward Midnight Madness during his time as a player. “For my first ever Midnight Madness, I most excited for the opportunity to meet our student body that we can rely on for support at games throughout the year,” Henderson said. Prior to the event, junior men’s basketball guard and transfer Sam Henderson said that he was looking forward to experiencing Midnight Madness for the first time. Midnight Madness kicked off the beginning of official practice for the men’s and women’s basketball teams, signaling that basketball season is approaching quickly. Doors opened at 10:30 p.m., and the events and activities continued until 12:15 a.m. 18, with the return of Midnight Madness to the Rhodes-Reaves Field House. Homecoming week festivities kicked off on Monday, Oct.
Written by Hayley Kate Webb | Photo by Madison Meyer
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