The Syracuse University men’s and women’s basketball teams are hosting “Monroe Madness” in Rochester on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Blue Cross Arena at the Rochester War Memorial. The doors will open at 5 p.m.
Monroe Madness, for Syracuse fans in the Rochester area, is presented in partnership with Pegula Sports and Entertainment and with Wegmans as the primary sponsor.
“We are excited to continue our partnership with Pegula Sports and Entertainment and Wegmans,” said Syracuse Director of Athletics John Wildhack. “After the success of last year’s Monroe Madness, we knew we had to find a way to bring Syracuse Basketball back to our fans in the Rochester area. Deepening our ties with Monroe County continues to be a priority for the Orange Athletics and the University.”
“We are equally excited for the opportunity to host this event in partnership with Syracuse Athletics and Wegmans for the second year in a row,” said Robert Minter, Vice President of Business Operations for Blue Cross Arena. “Syracuse Basketball has a passionate and loyal fan base here in the Greater Rochester Area and we look forward to another successful Monroe Madness event at the Blue Cross Arena.”
Monroe Madness will feature a night of basketball-themed events, including scrimmages, shooting competitions and a chance to see this year’s men’s and women’s teams.
Both squads will conduct intersquad scrimmages, the two teams will join to compete in a 3-point shooting contest and the men’s program will have a dunk contest. There are also plans for interactive fan competition.
Former Syracuse standout Adrian Autry is in his first season as head coach at his alma mater.