10/30/2026 9:04:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Post-game autographs, kids’ shootarounds, giveaways and 15 themed games set for 2026-27
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) -- Eastern Michigan University women's basketball has announced its 2026-27 promotional schedule, featuring new fan experiences, giveaways, community initiatives, and themed game days throughout the upcoming season at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. The Eagles will offer several season-long promotions designed to enhance the game-day experience for fans of all ages, including post-game autograph sessions, weekend shootarounds for young fans, and a new Atrium Fan Zone.
As always, EMU students receive free admission to all home basketball games through the Flight Crew and Boarding Pass program.
Women's Basketball 2026-27 Season-Long Promotions
Post-Game Autographs - After select women's basketball home games, a post-game autograph session will be held in the arena atrium. Post-game autographs will be available for all fans.
Weekend Shootarounds - After every weekend home game, EMU will open the court and allow all kids 12 & younger to join a 20-minute shootaround after the game. The first shootaround will occur after Eastern Michigan's game vs. Canisius
Atrium Fan Zone - The atrium will feature a new fan zone layout with a photo station, a custom poster-making station, and more interactive games and activities.
IHOP Short Stack Giveaway - This season, when the women's basketball team scores more than 35 points in the first half, everyone in the crowd wins a free short stack of pancakes with the purchase of a beverage from the Ypsilanti IHOP (4221 Ellsworth Rd.) for 24 hours. Fans can bring their game ticket to the IHOP location to redeem.
Maíz Make Them Miss Taco Giveaway- In the 4th Quarter, fans need to be as loud as possible when the opponent steps to the free-throw line. During that time, if the opponent misses both free throws consecutively, all fans will win a free taco courtesy of Maíz Mexican Cantina for 24 hours. Fans can bring their game ticket to the Maíz location (36 E Cross St.) to redeem.
2026-27 Single-Game Promotional Schedule
Nov. 2 vs. Appalachian State (6:30 p.m.) – Home Opener / First Game, First Round - It's the first game of the season, and the first round is on us! Courtesy of Head Coach Sahah Nusseibeh and EMU, the first fans to the game (21+ age) will be treated to a free beer! Get the game early while coupons last, and cheer on EMU to get the year started off right! As part of the EMU Food Drive Challenge, any fan who brings a canned good or non-perishable food to the game will receive a free ticket!
Dec. 6 vs. Canisius (1 p.m.) – Military Appreciation Day! - EMU honors the sacrifices and commitment of our current and former service members with the team's Military Appreciation Day.
Dec. 13 vs. Valparaiso (1 p.m.) – Future Eagles Day - EMU is building the next generation of Eastern fans with Future Eagles Day. EMU will host high school, middle school, and elementary schools, as well as high school basketball teams. Fans at the game can receive a Feet In. Arms Out. Eyes Up. T-Shirts!
Dec. 20 vs. Defiance (2 p.m.) – Holiday Hoops - The holidays are here, and EMU will host a festive night that brings the community together! Bring the cheer and merriment to theGeorge Gervin GameAbove Center with our Toy Drive and Teddy Bear Toss, while also competing in our Ugly Sweater Contest.
Dec. 29 vs. Davenport (6:30 p.m.) – Jersey Night - Rep your favorite team, athlete, or college with Jersey Night at EMU Women's Basketball. Those who wear a jersey to the game will be entered into a contest to win a signature item!
Jan. 6 vs. Kent State (6:30 p.m.) - Y2K Night - Before we move forward with 2027, we blast back to the past with Y2K Night! EMU celebrates the now-retro year of 2000 (feeling old?) with games, music, and more!
Jan. 9 vs. Ohio (1 p.m.) (Doubleheader) – Mental Health Awareness Day / Welcome Back Bash - It's the first weekend game of the 2027 year, and we are kicking it off with the Welcome Back Bash! Students are back from winter break, and we're kicking off the spring semester with a party! The team will host its annual Mental Health Awareness Day as EMU showcases the resources, services, and support available to all.
Jan. 20 vs. Bowling Green (6:30 p.m.) - Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration - As part of the Eastern Michigan University weeklong celebration, the Eagles will honor the life, legacy, and impact made by Dr. Martin Luther King.
Jan. 23 vs. Akron (1 p.m.) (Doubleheader) – Cultural Day - EMU celebrates the different cultures and diversity that make the Ypsilanti and Southeast Michigan community so great.
Feb. 3 vs. Buffalo (5 p.m.) – National Girls & Women In Sports Day - On the holiday of National Girls & Women In Sports Day, EMU will celebrate the past, present, and future generations of female athletes and sports industry leaders.
Feb. 13 vs. Miami (2 p.m.) – Alumni Weekend / Pink Game / NGWSD p.2 - EMU Women's Basketball welcomes back their alumni for a weekend celebration and will don the pink jerseys for the team's Play4Kay Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Before the game, in partnership with the Ann Arbor Sports Commission, EMU will host the continuation of the National Girls & Women In Sports Day with a pre-game all-sports clinic.
Feb. 17 vs. Western Michigan (6:30 p.m.) – Rivalry Night / Go Green! Wear Green - A home rivalry matchup against the cross-state foe calls for a night to Fight, Fight, Fight for Ole' EMU and showcase the Eastern Michigan pride by wearing green.
Feb. 27 vs. Central Michigan (1 p.m.) (Doubleheader) – Senior Day / Fan Appreciation Day - For the final weekend home game of the season, join us as we send off our senior class and appreciate the best fans in this rivalry matchup against CMU.
March 3 vs. Toledo (6:30 p.m.) - Glow Out The G3 - The final home game of the season; join us as we turn off the lights and Glow Out. It's a glow-in-the-dark night for a fun, cosmic, final home game of the Eastern Basketball Season.
