EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Madness with USI Men’s and Women’s Basketball is scheduled for Thursday, October 23, inside Liberty Arena, home of the Screaming Eagles, to tip off the 2025-26 USI Basketball season.
Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the event starting at 7 p.m. Screaming Eagles Madness is open to the public free of charge.
Screaming Eagles Madness, in collaboration with Archie’s Army, will feature several fun activities and events throughout the evening, including USI Women’s and Men’s Basketball team introductions, fan-favorite competitions like the three-point and slam dunk contests, and performances from the USI Cheer and Dance teams.
Plus, the first 500 USI students will receive a complimentary meal of cheeseburgers and chips. In addition to other student prizes and giveaways during the evening, one USI student will have the opportunity to attempt a half-court shot for $5,000, presented by N.M. Bunge.
Festivities in the arena are not only open to students but also to faculty, staff, and the general public.
Fans can also purchase season tickets or single-game tickets at Screaming Eagles Madness through the USI ticket office.
USI Men’s Basketball enters its sixth season under the leadership of USI Men’s Basketball Head Coach Stan Gouard. The team will open its season at Butler University on November 5. This will be the 27th season for USI Women’s Basketball Head Coach Rick Stein. USI Women’s Basketball will open its season against Franklin College on November 3 at Liberty Arena.
