UMaine basketball teams to host preseason fan events
The University of Maine basketball teams will host two free events for fans prior to the start of the 2015–16 regular season.
The Black Bear Fan Jam youth clinic and season ticket holder appreciation event will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor.
The free youth clinic will be offered on the Black Bears’ official court where children will have the opportunity to learn basketball skills from coaches and players. All in attendance will receive free posters and have a chance to get autographs. Season ticket holders also will be welcome to pick up their tickets and select their seats for the 2015–16 season.
Black Bear Basketball Madness for fans and UMaine students will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5. at The Pit inside the New Balance Memorial Gymnasium. Guests will be able to meet the teams while enjoying free pizza, competitions, music and a dance contest.