Fairfield University Athletics is hosting the second annual Meet the Stags Night from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, on Sherman Town Green in downtown Fairfield. Fairfield University men’s and women’s basketball, cheer and dance teams, and Lucas the Stag will be on-hand for games, plenty of giveaways, Stag refreshments, music, and fun for all members of the community.

Fans will have the opportunity to meet the 2023-24 men's and women's Fairfield Basketball teams, as student-athletes from both programs will be in attendance signing autographs and taking photos along with Lucas the Stag. Since it's Fairfield Restaurant Week, Stags Hospitality is bring their A-game and their famous Stag Shack, serving attendees delicious steak and cheese sandwiches, 'Nashville hot' chicken sliders, and tater tots — along with hot chocolate and cold cider.

The 2023-24 season is scheduled to start on Monday, Nov. 6 with a women’s basketball game against Lehman College at 7 p.m. at the Leo D. Mahoney Arena. The men’s basketball team will play their first home game at Mahoney Arena on Monday, Nov. 13, against Mount Saint Mary College at 7 p.m.

Season tickets and flex plans for the 2023-24 Fairfield men’s and women’s basketball season are on sale now at FairfieldStags.com/tix.