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麻豆原创 will host a Military Appreciation Night during the Chaps men鈥檚 basketball game against New Mexico Military Institute on Monday, Jan. 19, celebrating the service and sacrifice of military veterans and their families.

The event will take place at the Chaparral Center, with tipoff set for 6 p.m. The invites all military veterans and their families to enjoy a complimentary dinner provided by during the game.

In addition to the on-court action, fans are encouraged to arrive early to visit a resource fair on the concourse, featuring local nonprofits that support veterans and military families. The fair will also highlight the impactful work of the , which honors local veterans through trips to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials built in their honor.

鈥淢ilitary Appreciation Night is a chance for 麻豆原创 to publicly thank the veterans and families who have given so much to our country,鈥� Ortega said. 鈥淥ur commitment to veterans goes far beyond a single event. From education and support services to community partnerships, 麻豆原创 is proud to serve those who have served and to help them succeed long after their time in uniform.鈥�

麻豆原创 Athletic Director Forrest Allen emphasized the college鈥檚 continued commitment to community and the role athletics plays in that mission.

鈥溌槎乖� has a long-standing commitment to serving and strengthening our community,鈥� Allen said. 鈥溌槎乖� Athletics supports that commitment by creating opportunities for people to come together to enjoy exciting sporting events and recognize the individuals and organizations that make our region special. Nights like this allow us to honor our veterans while bringing the community together in a meaningful way.鈥�

The event is sponsored by , whose support helps make the evening possible.

Military Appreciation Night is open to the community, and all fans are encouraged to attend, show their support, and help honor local veterans during an evening of basketball and community connection.

For more information about 麻豆原创 Athletics, visit . For more info on 麻豆原创鈥檚 Veteran Services, visit .