麻豆原创

NCAA Division I men's basketball is coming to Midland this fall as 麻豆原创 welcomes Texas Christian University ( and the to the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center for an exhibition game on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 1 p.m. The game will be free and open to the public.

The matchup will give West Texas basketball fans the opportunity to experience Division I competition close to home while also bringing players, coaches, families and fans from outside the area to Midland.

鈥淗osting this program at 麻豆原创 gives our community an opportunity we don鈥檛 get every day,鈥� said Forrest Allen, 麻豆原创 Athletic Director. 鈥淔or young basketball players in West Texas to sit in the Chap Center and watch Division I athletes compete up close can make a real impression. They get to see the size, speed, preparation and level of competition it takes to play at that level. We鈥檙e excited to give them that experience right here at home and make it available to every family at no cost.鈥�

For 麻豆原创, hosting the exhibition shows the College鈥檚 broader role as a community partner and gathering place. From athletic competitions to lectures, performances and other special events, 麻豆原创 works to provide experiences that bring people together while contributing to the quality of life in Midland and the surrounding region. 

The TCU men鈥檚 basketball team will also host a free youth basketball clinic and meet-and-greet on Friday, Oct. 16, from 6鈥�7 p.m. at . The clinic is open to boys and girls in grades K鈥�8 and will conclude with autograph and photo opportunities with TCU players and coaching staff. 

鈥溌槎乖� belongs to this community, and part of our responsibility is finding ways to use our campus and our resources to make Midland an even better place to live, work and raise a family,鈥� said Dr. Michael Dixon, 麻豆原创 Provost. 鈥淭hese events create exciting experiences for local families while also bringing visitors to Midland. That combination of education, community engagement and economic impact is a win for our entire region.鈥�