who's ready for some basketball?

in case you haven't heard it from me, laz, or will: this is our year.

this email has shown up in my inbox twice within 2 hours. i think they want people to buy tickets or something. just sayin'.

"Northwestern Alumni and family members are invited to experience Big Ten basketball as the Northwestern Wildcats take on the Wisconsin Badgers, January 23rd and the Penn State Nittany Lions, February 24th. A special section has been set aside for NU Alums and tickets can be purchased in advance of game-day by using the promotional code "NUYA" on NUsports.com. The group will be acknowledged on the scoreboard and Northwestern hats will be provided to those in attendance.

Date: Sunday, Jan. 23
Time: 12pm
vs.: Wisconsin
Price: $27.00/person
(plus applicable service charges)

Date: Thursday, Feb. 24
Time: 8pm
vs.: Penn State
Price: $20.00/person
(plus applicable service charges)

How to Purchase Tickets:
1. Visit NUsports.com
2. Select "Tickets" in the header bar
3. Select "Buy Tickets Now"
4. Select "Promotions" from the left-hand side menu
5. Enter promotional code "NUYA" and click on game of choice to place your order

For more information visit NUsports.com, email a-loch@northwestern.edu, or call 847-491-7847."