While “Hype Nite” may not offer last year’s opportunity to win $15,000 for a half-court shot, Director of Student Activities Anthony Manno said there will be no shortage of free stuff.
Students on Thursday at 8 p.m. in Roche Sports Complex will have the chance to win gift cards, grab Hillsdale Charger apparel, and cheer on members of their Chargers men’s basketball team, as they face off in a dunk competition.
“Last year the big draw was giving away $15,000, and while it was entertaining as it got people there, nobody left with any money because there was such a small percentage at winning,” Manno said. “So Ashlyn Landherr had this idea of scrapping the promotional group that held the competition and actually give away stuff with the money we have.”
Students will have the opportunity to win $100 Amazon and Hillsdale College Bookstore gift cards and a mixture of four $25 gift cards to local restaurants. There also will be complimentary pizza.
Manno said competitions will include favorites from last year, including dizzy bat, a three-point contest, a free-throw contest, an obstacle course, and other basketball-themed games. Manno said all students will leave with a prize.
“The goal was to actually have people win something,” Manno said. “Everyone who comes will leave with something memorable like a souvenir megaphone or a T-shirt.”
Most of all, however, the event looks to get students pumped for the basketball season, Manno said.
“This event provides a different perspective of our basketball team,” Manno said. “This is all about highlighting our athletic teams in a very fun way. It’s a unique experience for people to get to know our basketball team in a fun and personable way.”
