CARBONDALE, Ill. – The inaugural men’s basketball tip-off dinner is set for 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, October 7, and will be held at Kokopelli Golf Club. Online registration is available here.

The evening will feature appearances by former players, as well as the 2021-22 Salukis, led by third-year head coach Bryan Mullins. SIU returns 97 percent of its scoring from last year, and has added a highly touted recruiting class.

Tickets for the event include a meal and two drink tickets and are available for $60 for an individual, $100 for a couple, or $400 for a table. Table sponsorships are available for $1,000. Table sponsors will have a Saluki Basketball alum at their table.