USI Men’s Basketball Participating In “Suits & Sneakers”
The University of Southern Indiana is honoring members of the United States Armed Forces with the fourth annual Hoops for Troops Military Appreciation Game January 30 when the Screaming Eagles host Saint Joseph’ College for a Great Lakes Valley Conference men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader. Game time for the women’s game is 1 p.m., while the men’s contest is slated for 3:15 p.m.
Free tickets will be given to veterans and military personnel of all eras and their guests. Tickets can be picked up the day of game with military identification and/or proof of service in the front of the PAC. The event is sponsored by the American Legion Post 324 and the USI Veteran Military and Family Resource Center.
In addition to supporting and appreciating our veterans, USI Men’s Basketball will be taking part in the National Association of Basketball Coaches’ “Coaches vs. Cancer” initiative by participating in the “Suits & Sneakers Awareness Week.”
Suits & Sneakers Week (January 25-31) is a nationwide event where basketball coaches across the country unite for a common cause – saving lives from cancer. Coaches and their staff are encouraged to wear sneakers with their suits while coaching games to raise the awareness of the fight against cancer.
Fans also are encouraged to participate in the Princess Lacey’s Laces, which was inspired by Michigan State University’s number one fan, 8-year old Lacey Holsworth and her battle with cancer.
As a special promotion beginning Suits and Sneakers Week and continuing through the end of the college basketball season, fans will have the opportunity to purchase a specially-designed pair of sneakers laces through Shoe Carnival (online or in stores) in memory of Lacey. Funds raised will go to the American Cancer Society and Princess Lacey’s Legacy, to continue the fight against pediatric cancer.
For more information on Suits & Sneakers and Princess Lacey’s Legacy, visit American Cancer Society on-line.
