Theme Game and Giveaway Nights Headline 2024-25 Basketball Gameday Enhancements
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Virginia men’s and women’s basketball programs will each host several theme games and giveaway nights to headline the 2024-25 Gameday enhancements at John Paul Jones Arena.
Promotional Schedules Released
The UVA men’s basketball program promotional schedule is highlighted by this year’s Hoo Crew shirt giveaway vs. Coppin State (Nov. 11), special Holiday Hoops game, which includes an exclusive Season Ticket Member ornament gift vs. American (Dec. 22) and a Kids Day game vs. Notre Dame (Jan. 25).
In addition, there will be three special color designation games, including All Orange vs. Memphis (Dec. 18), White Hot vs. SMU (Jan. 15) and Stripe JPJ vs. Clemson (March 1).
A game to celebrate and recognize three-time National Coach of the Year Tony Bennett will be announced at a later date.
For women’s basketball, highlights include Heroes Appreciation Day vs. American (Nov. 4), National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration vs. Louisville (Jan. 26) and the annual Play4Kay game in a Smithfield Commonwealth Clash vs. Virginia Tech (Feb. 9).
Several other games also have shirt giveaways and color designations, including UVA Strong vs. Radford (Nov. 13), White vs. Auburn (Dec. 5), Orange vs. Duke (Jan. 12), Black History Month Celebration vs. Florida State (Feb. 6) and Blue vs. Stanford (Feb. 23).
Audio/Video Enhancements
This offseason updated higher-resolution video screens were installed on the scorer’s and broadcaster’s tables as well as the east wall screens of JPJ. The new LED system allows for enhanced content options, including advanced stats, out-of-town scores and more opportunities for fan photo/video on several displays.
The new state of the art wireless camera system will also improve Hoo Vision coverage from around the arena. Additionally, a substantial review and balancing of all audio equipment in the arena should allow for more consistent audio levels throughout JPJ this season.
Basketball Hall of Fame
Be sure to stop by the new and improved Virginia Basketball Hall of Fame on the East side of the arena, above the 100 level of the concourse. The complete history of both programs is on display with an enhanced presentation.
Scan and Score Loyalty Rewards Program
Season Ticket Members for Men’s Basketball can partake in the all new Scan and Score Loyalty Rewards Program. Fans who make sure their tickets are successfully used throughout this season will be rewarded in the following ways:
• 60 percent scan rate – Exclusive team shop discount (e.g., bookstore merchandise kiosks, concessions stands)
• 75 percent scan rate – Raffle for a team autographed basketball or jersey
• 85 percent scan rate – Access to an exclusive event with the team (e.g., Q&A session with coaches, Chalk talk, attend a practice)
• 95 percent scan rate – Raffle for all-expenses-paid trip to the conference tournament or a significant away game
• 100 percent scan rate – Raffle for a private lunch with coach
If you are not able to attend a game or are not able to have a friend/family member attend, you can also give your ticket back to Virginia Athletics, where your ticket will be put in the hands of other Hoos. Examples of how these tickets will be used include donations to local area non-profits and children’s groups, donations to Virginia Athletics’ Seats for Service program for veterans, active duty soldiers and their families and seat upgrade opportunities for loyal season ticket members.
Fans who donate tickets back will have their tickets successfully counted towards the Scan and Score program. All tickets must be returned at least 48 hours prior to tipoff to count.
Mini-Plans and Group Packages On Sale Now
The UVA Ticket Office has announced several exciting ticket packages, including:
• Men’s Basketball Pick-4 Mini-Plan: Pick One (1): Virginia Tech or Clemson
Pick One (1): Memphis, Louisville, Notre Dame or Georgia Tech
Pick Two (2) remaining games
• Men’s Basketball Fast Break Pass: Secure tickets for ALL Thanksgiving and Winter Break games with the chance to upgrade into lower-level student bleacher seats
• Group Ticket Opportunities: Groups of 20 or more receive discounted tickets and have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of special behind-the-scenes experiences.
New Premium Opportunities
Want to enhance your Gameday experience? Women’s Basketball fans will have the opportunity to buy suites on a first-come, first-served basis while seats remain. Single-game suite rentals include:
• 20 Suite Tickets
• Four reserved parking spaces in adjacent arena garage
• Food and Beverage available for purchase through Virginia Catering Game-day service provided by a personal catering attendant
• Unique amenities in each suite including a refrigerator, sink and television monitors
• Suites open an hour before each game, and remain open until an hour after the conclusion of the game
Men’s Basketball fans can now enhance their Gameday experience by purchasing The Landing North or The Landing South. The Landing North is a semi-private group space in the lower level of JPJ arena, and is available for single and multi-game rentals. The rental includes:
• 16 tickets to the game
• Three reserved parking spaces
• Food and Beverage available for purchase through Virginia Catering
• GameDay service provided by catering attendant
The Landing South is a new space that will be primarily offered on a single-game basis for select games. The Landing South provides access to a premium lower level semi-private space in JPJ Arena.
Wahoo Memories
Experiences such as Gameday locker room tours, special access to warmups, and high-five tunnels are available for purchase now. Have a group interested in singing the national anthem or performing at halftime? We have several dates available for you. Fans looking to give a special message on Hoo Vision can book their spot as well. More information regarding the program is to be announced.
Concession Upgrades
This offseason, Aramark completed a thorough review of all concession options at JPJ and is pleased to announce the following enhancements:
• Vendor additions: Crumbl Cookie and Ben and Jerry’s
• Alcohol additions: New beer and canned cocktail options, and introduction of a wine bar
The additions and restructuring of spaces is intended to increase efficiency and add variety of options to the Gameday menu.
Halftime Acts
Mark your calendars now for several booked halftime acts this season:
• Mutts Gone Nuts: Dec. 18 (Men’s Basketball vs. Memphis)
• Zooperstars: Jan. 25–26 (Men’s Basketball vs. Notre Dame, Women’s Basketball vs. Louisville)
• Quick Change: Feb. 8-9 (Men’s Basketball vs. Georgia Tech, Women’s Basketball vs. Virginia Tech)
• Diaper Derby: March 1 (Men’s Basketball vs. Clemson)
Women’s Basketball Digital Parking Passes
Fans attending UVA women’s basketball games this season will now need a paid-parking pass for the JPJ Garage (non-numbered spaces) and West Lot. Single-game parking passes can be purchased ahead of time online for $10 or on-site for $15 via card only for non-numbered garage spaces and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Garage numbered spaces are reserved for VAF donors who have purchased reserved, season parking passes and are not available for single-game sales.
Free parking remains available in the JPJ South and East lots, across Massie Road from the arena. Overflow parking will be available in the Emmet/Ivy Garage as needed.
Click here to purchase single-game or season parking in advance.
