CHARLESTON, S.C. - The College of Charleston's men's basketball season is less than two weeks away! Before the Cougars take the court, the department has announced several themes and promotions for the upcoming men's campaign.
Get ready for exciting new in-venue cryo cannons, interactive theme nights, engaging in-venue video board productions, and exciting halftime performances that include Red Panda, Air Elite Dunk Team, Apex Skip Its Jump ropes, and more!
Marketing and Game Experiences Updates
- A new turn-key audio system has arrived! The system, suspended above center court, will provide 360-degree amplification of the sound within TD Arena to help create a better fan experience in the stands & on the playing surface.
- Cryo cannons will be a new feature to the game day experience as we introduce our Charleston Cougars at both men's and women's contests.
- We are excited to introduce our new in-game emcee to TD Arena, DJ B Rock, and our new in-house DJ, Bailey Dunlap, for men's basketball games this season!
- Be on the lookout for post-game surveys sent out following every home game this season to provide feedback on your experience at TD Arena.
Friday, November 8th – USF – 7:00 P.M.
- Home Opener // Return of the Mack
- The start of the 2024-25 home season is here! Come out to support the Cougars and kick off the season.
- Special "Return of the Mack" rally towels will be provided for all fans in attendance.
- Halftime Entertainment: Red Panda
Friday, November 15th – FAU – 7:00 P.M.
- Family Weekend/Homecoming
- Join alumni, students, families, friends, and make new memories as you cheer on the Cougars to victory!
- Check out the complete schedule of events for Homecoming week by clicking HERE.
Sunday, November 17th – Liberty – 4:00 P.M.
- Game Show Day
- Game Shows were appointment viewing while home sick from school or the highlight of late-night family TV! We are bringing your Deal or No Deal, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, and more of your favorite game shows right to TD Arena.
Wednesday, November 27th – Northern Kentucky – 1:00 P.M.
- Military Appreciation/First Responders Night
- Charleston men's basketball team celebrates active and retired members of the military, as well as First Responders in our community. On-court presentations and activations will focus on the brave men and women who serve our country. A special ticket promotion will be available for all active/retired military and first responders at a later date.
- Halftime Entertainment: Charleston Taekwondo
Tuesday, December 3rd – Tusculum - 7:00 P.M.
- Mascot Mania
- Join Clyde and his mascot friends at TD Arena for a wild, crazy, and entertaining game day!
Monday, December 16th – Wofford - 7:00 P.M.
- Charleston Winterfest // Ugly Sweater Night
- A fun-filled night with holiday themed contests, music, and more! While you're at it, bring your ugliest holiday sweater and you may be selected for our ugly sweater contest.
- Halftime Entertainment: Ugly Sweater Contest
Thursday, January 2nd – Hampton – 7:00 P.M.
- Conference Home Opener // Camper Reunion
- Let's kick off the start of the CAA conference play with a bang!
- Halftime Entertainment: Baby Race (Sign-up form provided at a later date)
Saturday, January 4th – Towson – 2:00 P.M.
- Spirit Day
- This event is open to kids who would like to participate in cheer, dance, band, or twirling; All spirit groups will perform a special routine at halftime. Sign-up forms will be provided at a later date.
Saturday, January 18th - Northeastern – 5:00 P.M.
- Hall of Fame Game
- Charleston athletics is excited to honor and pay tribute to those individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions in the field of intercollegiate athletics and helped bring recognition, honor, distinction and excellence to Charleston.
- This year's Hall of Fame class will be announced at a later date.
- Thursday, January 23rd – UNCW – 7:00 P.M.
- Cougar Jam // Wear White!
- A theme night takes on its own Charleston form of the popular movie, Space Jam!
- An exciting announcement in relation to the event will come at a later date.
- We encourage all fans in attendance to WEAR WHITE as we cheer on the Cougars.
- Halftime: Air Elite Dunk team
Thursday, January 30th – Stony Brook – 6:00 P.M.
- Greek Night
- We invite all Greek organizations to be a part of our game day in an attendance challenge between the organizations.
Thursday, February 6th – NC A&T – 6:00 P.M.
- Pickle Ball Night
- Everyone loves a game of pickle ball - now we bring it into TD Arena for students to pickle ball prior to the start of the game!
Saturday, February 8th – Elon – 6:00 P.M.
- 90's Night // Wear Black
- Time to throw it back with the fun of the 90's with music, in-game content, and more!
- Halftime Entertainment: Apex Skip Its
Thursday, February 27th – Delaware – 7:00 P.M.
- Student Appreciation – Golden Ticket Night Saturday, March 1st – Campbell – 6:00 P.M.
- Senior Night // Wear Maroon
- Wear maroon as we celebrate our senior class.
