March 16, 2013

ATHENS, Ohio – With Ohio men’s basketball’s victory over Western Michigan, the Bobcats advance to take on Akron in the championship game of the 2013 Mid-American Conference Tournament. Tip-off is set for 6:30 pm at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.

Tickets within the Ohio fan section will be available at Quicken Loans Arena prior to Saturday’s game. Fans may purchase tickets from the Ohio table inside the Arcade Entrance of Quicken Loans Arena beginning at 4:30 p.m. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m., with tip-off at 6:30 p.m.

The first 200 Ohio students to Quicken Loans Arena on Saturday will receive FREE tickets to the game. Once all 200 tickets are distributed, all additional student tickets will be sold at the discounted rate of $10. Please note that all students must present a valid student ID to be eligible for these special ticket offers.

Prior to Saturday’s game, all Bobcats are encouraged to join fellow alumni, students and fans for the Bobcat Bash. The event will be held at Zocalo Mexican Grill (2071 East Fourth Street), just two blocks from Quicken Loans Arena. Enjoy FREE appetizers and special pregame appearances by the Marching 110, Rufus and Ohio Cheerleaders and Dance Team! Saturday’s Bobcat Bash will take place starting at 4:30 p.m.

-- GO BOBCATS! --