Play With the Pep Band 

Saturday, Feb. 22

 

You're invited to perform with the NIU Pep Band for the men’s and women’s basketball games on Saturday, February 22 against Eastern Michigan!
 

Women’s game call time – 12:45 p.m. (Game time is 1 p.m.)

Men’s game call time – 3:15 p.m. (Game time is 3:30 p.m.)  


Marching Band alumni can perform at either the women's or men's game, or stay and perform for both. All participants will receive a voucher for a hot dog and drink from the Convocation Center concession stand.

A game ticket is required to play with the band and watch both games for the low cost of $4. Tickets can be purchased from the NIU Athletics website.
 

Music:

Music selections can be found in the Cram the Convo folder at this link.
 

Requirements:

  • Energy and excitement to cheer on the Huskies!
  • A music stand or way to hold music. 
  • Dress code: Please wear your NIU Marching Band long-sleeve shirt or your Red & Black NIU gear, along with black pants or slacks. No jeans.


Questions? Contact the events team at alumnievents@niu.edu or 815-753-3528.


NOTE: Although the Silverette Alumni will not be performing, we encourage you to come out and support the current Silverettes and join in on the day!

Event Details

Cost:  You must purchase a game ticket from NIU Athletics to participate

When:

12:45PM Sat 22 Feb 2025, Central timezone

Where:

NIU Convocation Center
1525 W Lincoln Hwy South Lobby
DeKalb, IL 60115

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Play With the Pep Band Details:

Saturday, Feb. 22
1 p.m.—NIU Women's Basketball vs. Eastern Michigan

3:30 p.m.—NIU Men's Basketball vs. Eastern Michigan


The NIU men's and women's basketball teams are holding their annual "Cram the Convo" doubleheader starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the NIU Convocation Center.