Oct. 5, 2009

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ROCHESTER, Mich. - The Oakland University athletic department announced on Monday that the 11th Annual Midnite Madnezz will take place Friday, Oct. 16 inside the Athletics Center O'Rena. The event will kick off with a block party at 8:30 p.m. in Lot 16, across from the O'Rena where free food, DJ and dancing, meet the grizz and performances by OU's dance and cheer teams.

"This is a great chance for our fans and friends to get their first look at our basketball teams and other athletic teams," said Director of Athletics Tracy Huth. "It will be an evening full of entertainment with performances, special appearances, and giveaways. Midnite Madnezz is sure to be a fun night for everyone."

Midnite Madnezz marks the official start of the college basketball season. Here is a list of the night:

Friday Night Live - 7 p.m.
Featuring comedians Rob Stapleton and Hassan Minhaj in the Oakland Center Banquet Rooms.

Block Party - 8:30 p.m.
Before the pep rally, join your fellow Golden Grizzly fans in the P-16 parking lot, across from the O'Rena. FREE FOOD, DJ and DANCING, meet the Grizz, and performances by OU's cheer and dance teams.

Pep Rally - 10 p.m.
Doors Open at 9:45 p.m.
First 1,000 fans will receive a free, limited edition OU giveaway
Join us in the O'Rena fora fun-filled, action-packed athletics showcase featuring OU student-athletes and coaches, OU dance and cheer team performances, Hooper and the Flight Crew, and special appearances by OU administrators and student leaders. Hundreds of fun fan giveaways are planned.

Students: Win one of two tuition awards. Enter from 9-10 p.m. at the Block Party. Awards will be presented at the end of pep rally. Must be present to win.

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