CHARLESTON, S.C. - The College of Charleston's men's basketball season is just one week away! Before the Cougars take the court, the athletic department has announced several themes and promotions for the upcoming men's campaign.
Get ready for exciting in-venue cryo cannons, interactive theme nights, engaging in-venue video board productions, and exciting halftime performances including Frisbee Dogs, The Spyro Bros, Xpogo, and Tyler's Amazing Balancing Act!
Monday, November 3 – Tusculum – 7:00 p.m.
- Home Opener
- The start of the 2025-26 season is here! Come out to support the Cougars and tip off the season.
Friday, November 14 – South Carolina State– 7:00 p.m.
- Family Weekend/Homecoming
- Join alumni, students, families, friends, and make new memories as you cheer on the Cougars to victory! Be sure to come early for a special light show synced with our pregame production.
- Check out the complete schedule of events for Homecoming week by clicking HERE.
- Halftime: Frisbee Dogs
- Giveaway: Light up Wristbands
Monday, November 17 – Drake – 7:00 p.m.
- 6th Man Night
- 6th Man Night is here, and Charleston students are being called to action! We need you to pack the stands, bring the energy, and give our Cougars home-court.
- Halftime: Spyro Bros
- Student Giveaway: Specialized Fan Jersey - First 500 students can get a specialized team jersey
Sunday, November 30 – Belmont – 3:30 p.m.
- Stranger Things Night
- Ready to head back to the Upside Down one last time? TD Arena will be packed with tv show references and promotions based on the popular series.
Sunday, December 14 – Charlotte - 4:00 p.m.
- Spirit Day
- This special pre-game event is open to all 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.
Wednesday, December 17 – The Citadel - 7:00 p.m.
- Charleston Winterfest & Ugly Sweater Night
- A fun-?lled 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.
- We will also partner with Cougar Pantry to bring any non-perishable donations on gameday.
- Halftime: Ugly Sweater Contest
Monday, December 29th – Drexel – 7:00 p.m.
- Conference Home Opener
- Let's kick off the start of the CAA conference play with a bang!
Monday, January 5th – William & Mary – 7:00 p.m.
- Lego Day & Camper Reunion
- Be fully emersed in the world of Lego with the Cougars!
- Halftime: Baby Race (click HERE for sign-up form)
Saturday, January 10th - Hampton – 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 ?eld 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 22 – Campbell – 7:00 p.m.
- Student Appreciation
- A theme night for the students of Charleston!
- Calling all students - come to the game and catch a golden ticket for a chance to walk away with a BIG prize.
Saturday, January 24th – Elon – 4:00 p.m.
- Coaches vs. Cancer & Salute to Service
- Halftime: Xpogo
Thursday, February 6th – NC A&T – 6:00 p.m.
- Greek Night
- We invite all Greek life students to be part of our gameday!
Monday, February 9th – UNCW – 8:00 p.m.
- Wear White!
- We encourage all fans in attendance to WEAR WHITE as we cheer on the Cougars vs. UNCW
- Giveaway: White Out T-Shirts
- Halftime: Tyler's Amazing Balancing Act
Thursday, February 12th – Hofstra – 7:00 p.m.
- Y2K Night
- Throwing back to the early 2000's with fun theme day music, contest, videoboards, and more.
Saturday, February 21st – Monmouth – 4:00 p.m.
- Senior Night & Stripe Out
- Calling all fans! We need YOU to help us STRIPE THE STANDS! A special edition stripe out Charleston basketball t-shirt will be available to purchase at a later date.
