The University of Akron Athletics
2017-18 Women's Basketball Promotions
Women's Basketball 2017-18
Dates and promotions subject to change.
Season Long Promotions:
Chuck a Duck: Purchase a duck for a buck or 6 ducks for five bucks. At halftime everyone will chuck their ducks onto the court for a chance to win up to $100! All proceeds from this season-long promotion benefit the Zips Cheer and Dance teams.
Zippy's Kids Corner: Prior to every home match, kids are invited to Zippy's Kids Corner to jump around in an inflatable bounce house and make posters to cheer on the Zips. The bounce house will shut down in the middle of the first set. Zippy's Kids Corner will be located behind the curtain on the south side of the JAR.
Line Up Buddies: Youth groups can register their group to be Line Up Buddies for any home women's basketball game. Please contact Nate Newhouse at 888-99-AKRON to sign up.
Dates and promotions subject to change.
Season Long Promotions:
Chuck a Duck: Purchase a duck for a buck or 6 ducks for five bucks. At halftime everyone will chuck their ducks onto the court for a chance to win up to $100! All proceeds from this season-long promotion benefit the Zips Cheer and Dance teams.
Zippy's Kids Corner: Prior to every home match, kids are invited to Zippy's Kids Corner to jump around in an inflatable bounce house and make posters to cheer on the Zips. The bounce house will shut down in the middle of the first set. Zippy's Kids Corner will be located behind the curtain on the south side of the JAR.
Line Up Buddies: Youth groups can register their group to be Line Up Buddies for any home women's basketball game. Please contact Nate Newhouse at 888-99-AKRON to sign up.
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Sunday, November 5 | Exhibition |
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Friday, November 17 | Akron Classic Ticket & T-shirt Package -Ticket to both Akron games and a t-shirt for only $15. Call or text 888-99-AKRON to purchase the package. |
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Saturday, November 18 | Akron Classic Ticket & T-shirt Package -Ticket to both Akron games and a t-shirt for only $15. Call or text 888-99-AKRON to purchase the package. |
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Wednesday, November 22 | Canned Food Drive |
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Tuesday, November 28 | Education Day |
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Saturday, December 2 | Camper Reunion Day -Women's Basketball campers receive FREE admission with their camp voucher. Zippy's Kids Club Day Zippy Bobblehead Giveaway -First 500 fans receive a Zippy Bobblehead courtesy of Bryant Heating & Cooling. Queen of the Court Youth Day -First 200 kids receive a Queen of the Court Crown. |
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Tuesday, December 5 | Finals Distraction Night -Get all of your study distractions out of the way. -FREE cookies and milk to students while supplies last. -FREE study survivals kits to students while supplies last. |
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Saturday, December 16 | Go 4 the Goal Cram the Cruiser |
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Saturday, December 30 | New Year Celebration Rally Towel Giveaway (while supplies last) |
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Wednesday, January 10 | Reading Program Night -Donate a book to receive a complementary ticket to the game. Books will be donated to McEbright CLC. |
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Saturday, January 13 | We Back Pat -The first 250 fans receive a FREE We Back Pat purple t-shirt. Mentors Day |
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Saturday, January 20 | Alumnae Reunion Day - Click HERE for more info |
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Wednesday, January 24 | Residence Hall Challenge -FREE food for students in the student section (while supplies last) -The hall that brings the highest percentage will receive donuts from the women's basketball team. Check in at the promotions table under your hall. Faculty and Staff Appreciation -Details TBA. |
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Saturday, January 27 | Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge Women and Girls in Sport Day Greek Challenge -Greek houses are invited to bring banners to decorate the JAR. The winning banner will receive $200 toward the house's philanthropy. Student-Athlete Challenge Camper Reunion Day -Bring your camper reunion flyer to the game and receive FREE admission. STEM Clinic - Click HERE for more info |
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Wednesday, February 7 | Play 4Kay -The first 250 fans receive a FREE pink t-shirt. - $2 from each ticket sale goes back to breast cancer research. - Baskets and experiences will be raffled off with proceeds benefiting breast cancer research. |
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Wednesday, February 21 | Valentine's Day Project -Details TBA. |
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Saturday, March 3 | Senior Day Senior Citizen Ticket Special -Fans 65 and older will receive $4 tickets to the game. |
