{"id":21908,"date":"2016-01-28T20:21:10","date_gmt":"2016-01-29T03:21:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=21908"},"modified":"2016-01-28T20:21:10","modified_gmt":"2016-01-29T03:21:10","slug":"blackout-night-expands-to-full-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=21908","title":{"rendered":"Blackout Night expands to full weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"

In anticipation of large crowds anxious to see UCCS Mountain Lion Basketball teams play, the annual \u201cBlackout Night\u201d event is now two nights at the Gallogly Events Center.<\/p>\n

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2014 Blackout Night<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A series of events are planned as part of \u201cBlackout Weekend\u201d Jan. 29-30 as the UCCS men\u2019s and women\u2019s basketball teams take on Western New Mexico University and New Mexico Highlands University.<\/p>\n

Prior to the Jan. 29 game against Western New Mexico University, the Office of Student Activities will host a tailgate for students at 3 p.m. in Berger Hall. Participants will receive a free t-shirt,\u00a0 food and other giveaways.<\/p>\n

The UCCS Alumni and Friends Association will also host an Alumni Night at the game, featuring a t-shirt, and food and beverages in the VIP Suite. Space is limited and those interested in attending are requested to RSVP<\/a>.<\/p>\n

During the Jan. 30 game, attendees will have the opportunity to win spirit themed hoodies, UCCS-themed socks, a GoPro or Beats by Dre headphones.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis event continues to grow in size, popularity and student interest. It is one of the most important traditions at UCCS and we look to continue to build on it,\u201d Stephen Cucchiara, assistant director, Office of Student Activities, said. \u201cWe look forward to seeing the tremendous amount of spirit the students will bring to this event.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tip-offs for both nights\u00a0are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. for the women\u2019s games, and 7:30 p.m. for the men\u2019s games.<\/p>\n

For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities osa@uccs.edu<\/a> or 719-255-3470.<\/p>\n

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