VILLANOVA, Pa. – The dates for two of Villanova's favorite preseason basketball events are now set.
 
"Hoops Mania", the annual student focused celebration featuring the introduction of the men's and women's basketball teams followed by a special concert performed by a mystery musical guest, is set for Saturday, Oct. 1 at Finneran Pavilion. The event caps Villanova University's annual Day of Service, where students, faculty, alumni and staff partner with community agencies to perform service in neighborhoods throughout the region.
 
Tickets for this event are distributed to current Villanova students through a lottery. The event is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m.
 
On Thursday, Oct. 6, the Villanova men's basketball team will host the annual "Blue/White Scrimmage" in Finneran Pavilion at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free for this intrasquad session. Doors will open to the public at 7:15 p.m.
 
The Villanova men, led by head coach Kyle Neptune, open the 2022-23 regular season on Monday, Nov. 7 vs. La Salle at Finneran Pavilion. The Villanova women's squad, coached by Denise Dillon, hosts an exhibition game vs. Jefferson University on Wednesday, Nov.7 at 7 p.m. before kicking off the regular season on Monday, Nov. 7 at Marist.