24th Annual Big Purple Growl and Ferocious Feast Set for December 11

ALBANY, N.Y. - The University at Albany is set to host its 24th annual Big Purple Growl and Ferocious Feast on Dec. 11 when the men’s basketball team hosts Columbia University at 7:00 p.m. The game, the most anticipated of the season, will feature free rally towels for students, a halftime performance, and the Alumni Association’s annual Ferocious Feast before the game. Tickets for the game can be purchased here.

In an effort to continue the tradition of the Ferocious Feast, this year's event has been moved from the traditional February date to December due to impending renovations of the Physical Education building. 

Big Purple Growl

First and foremost, show your Great Dane pride by wearing purple! The men’s hoops team will be wearing their purple uniforms and are excited to see an ocean of purple shirts, jackets, hats, and shoes spread all throughout SEFCU Arena. 

F-R-E-E That Spells FREE

The first 1500 students to walk through the doors of SEFCU Arena will be greeted with a free UAlbany rally towel featuring the phrase ‘Growl as One’ printed across the front. Students are encouraged to wave their towels, and make some noise, all game long in support of the Great Danes. As is for all men’s and women’s games, UAlbany students get in FREE with a valid student ID. Coach Dwayne Killings and the entire hoops team are excited to welcome student support the Great Danes all season long.

Ferocious Feast - UAlbany Alumni Association 

The Ferocious Feast is fun for everyone with music, beer tasting, games and activities for all ages and great food. Enjoy a station-style buffet with options to choose your own favorite menu items. Each person will receive tickets to be used at whichever station you prefer. Use them all at one station or visit each one. The feast is open from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the UAlbany Alumni Association website by clicking here.

Get Ready for Halftime

The Big Purple Growl halftime show will feature a performance from ‘Mutts Gone Nuts’ – a must see touring group that showcases the amazing talents of dogs. The group has performed at numerous venues across the country and is excited to perform at SEFCU Arena. 

Last Time Out – Big Purple Growl 2020

The last Big Purple Growl took place on Feb. 1, 2020, when the Greta Danes hosted Vermont at SEFCU Arena. The crowd was sold out – the first of the 2019-20 season. 

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