The Fort Lewis College Department of Athletics will be hosting several events and game promotions in the final regular season home games for the men's and women's basketball programs. FLC will play host to Adams State University Friday night. The action will start at 5:30 p.m. with the women's game, followed by the men's game at approximately 7:30 p.m.
White OutFriday's game against the Grizzlies is a WHITE OUT. All fans are encouraged to wear white t-shirts to WHITE OUT Whalen Gymnasium. The first 800 fans to the game will receive a FREE white t-shirt, sponsored by Durango Motor Company.
Senior NightImmediately following the women's game on Friday, head coach
Jason Flores and assistant coach
Maylinn Smith will recognize their five seniors:
Michelle Turner,
Simone Ruedin,
Kate Bayes,
Kylie Santos and
Mary Rambo.
FLC men's head coach
Bob Pietrack and assistant coach
Daniel Steffensen will honor their six seniors during the starting lineups:
Kofi Josephs,
Ryan Brooks,
Cade Kloster,
Austin Haldorson,
Jared Smith and
Kody Salcido.
Prior to the men's tip-off, the Skyhawks will welcome a special group to perform the National Anthem – The "Academy Winds" from the United States Air Force Academy Band. Performing for the Academy Winds is Master Sergeant Alex Vieira, Master Sergeant Susan Govier, Technical Sergeant Julia Taylor, Senior Airman Matt Levine, and Airman First Class Katherine Stites.
Coca-Cola Cruiser BikeFans can sign up during both games to win a cruiser bike, sponsored by Coca-Cola of Durango. The drawing will take place at halftime of the men's game (must be present at time of drawing for a chance to win the bike).
Basketball Contest to win a FREE 2016 Ford FiestaDurango Motor Company will be holding a Basketball Contest Friday night. Fans will be able to sign up for the basketball contest drawing for a chance to win a 2016 Ford Fiesta. Sign up for the drawing will close at the first half media timeout during the men's game.