University of Connecticut Athletics
UConn Basketball First Night is Back
9/24/2021 10:58:00 AM | General, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Students
First Night Set for Friday, October 15
STORRS, Conn. – After a one-year hiatus, UConn Basketball First Night will return on Friday, October 15 at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, Conn. Doors open at 5 p.m. with team introductions scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. The event will be open to UConn students only and admission is free.
2021 First Night will be broadcast live on the CW 20, which is a Fox 61 affiliate. The event will also be streamed live on the UConn Huskies Facebook page.
"The decision to allow admission to UConn students only was made out of an abundance of caution and is not an indication of similar plans being made for the 2021-22 season," director of athletics David Benedict said. "Seeing our fans return to our home venues during the fall has been encouraging and I look forward to welcoming UConn Nation back to Gampel Pavilion and the XL Center in the weeks ahead. I am excited for the students to create an electric atmosphere on October 15, and I know our basketball teams are looking forward to experiencing a raucous Gampel Pavilion."
More details will be made available in the coming days. Follow @UConnHuskies on social media for updates.
