Author: Connor Phelps

Student tickets for the Shocker men’s basketball home exhibition against Emporia State are now available for pickup. The game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. Student entrance doors on the east side of Charles Koch Arena open at 4:50 p.m.

The student section theme for the game is “Sunday Scaries” — wear your Halloween costume and get ready to instill fear into Emporia State with the introduction of “fear the wheat” foam sticks for every student in the Shock Block.

Students can claim their student ticket for the game at no additional charge, thanks to the Student Government Association, at any one of eight ticket pickup locations listed below when they present their Shocker ID. Students can also purchase up to two guest tickets at Charles Koch Arena for only $15 per ticket.

• Charles Koch Arena Ticket Office
• Braeburn Square (Shocker Store)
• Rhatigan Student Center (Shocker Store)
• Shocker Hall
• Shocker Suites
• Heskett Center
• WSU West Campus
• WSU South Campus

For more information, visit GoShockers.com/StudentTickets or call the Shocker Ticket Office at 316-WSU-FANS. Follow @WSUShockBlock on X or Instagram for student updates and information from Shocker Athletics.

Men’s basketball head coach, Paul Mills, invites the public to attend an open practice at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 inside Charles Koch Arena. There is no cost to attend.

This will be an opportunity to get a first look at the team while those interested in season tickets can speak directly with sales representatives to scout out seats for the upcoming year.

WSU faculty and staff are eligible to receive discounts on select season tickets. If you are interested in season tickets in the upcoming year, email Ben Bjorkgren in the Shocker Ticket Office at bbjorkgren@goshockers.com.

Shocker men’s basketball is right around the corner. As a WSU faculty/staff member, you receive discounted season tickets and can take advantage of payment plan options to fit your budget. Commit to purchasing 2024-25 season tickets and enroll in a four-month payment plan option by Wednesday, July 31.

Lock your seat in today and get ready for an exciting season — call the Shocker Ticket Office at 316-978-3267 or fill out the ticket interest form and a representative from the ticket office will contact you directly.

The Basketball Tournament (TBT) is coming back to Wichita this July. The $1 million winner-take-all tournament features 64 teams across eight regions, with teams led by alumni from powerhouse college programs.

Conner Frankamp, Markis McDuffie, Rashard Kelly and the rest of your favorite Wichita State alumni team will be back in action at Charles Koch Arena as they compete for $1 million.

The AfterShocks have earned the #1 seed in TBT’s Wichita Regional and they’ll take on #8 seed Midtown Prestige at noon Saturday, July 20 (session 1).

Use promo code STUDENT10 at GoShockers.com/Tickets to claim your exclusive $10 student ticket.

Shocker Athletics continues its partnership with the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement for the Shocker Summer Caravan this July 15 and 25.

Director of Athletics Kevin Saal will join members of Wichita State’s coaching staff for events in Overland Park and Wichita. The events are open to the public and will feature an official program with the opportunity to interact with coaches, student-athletes and WSU and Shocker Athletics staff. Fans in attendance will also be able to win door prizes, take photos with special guests and shop Shocker apparel.

• Kansas City: July 15 at Overland Park Chicken N Pickle (5901 W. 135th St., Overland Park) – Doors open 5:30 p.m. Program begins 6 p.m. – RSVP to the event.
• Wichita: July 25 at Wichita Chicken N Pickle (1240 N Greenwich Rd.) – Doors open 5:30 p.m. Program begins 6 p.m. – RSVP to the event.

Wichita State men’s and women’s basketball are partnering with the Elsewhere Fest & Conference to provide a one-day, youth basketball camp from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22 in Charles Koch Arena for children of Elsewhere Fest ticket purchasers.

It will feature educational programming covering the importance of fitness and wellness, basketball skill development and competitive game circuits, and the opportunity for photos and autographs with the teams.

The 2024 American Athletic Conference Softball Championship is being hosted by Shocker softball May 8-11 at Wilkins Stadium. The Shockers will be playing for an NCAA Tournament berth and are looking for a home-field advantage from the Shocker Faithful to help propel them into the postseason.

Students will receive a ticket at no additional charge thanks to the Student Government Association at the gate when they present their Shocker ID.

The 2024 American Athletic Conference (AAC) Softball Championship is being hosted by Shocker softball May 8-11 at Wilkins Stadium. The Shockers will be playing for an NCAA Tournament berth and are looking for a home-field advantage from the Shocker Faithful to help propel them into the postseason.

All-session tickets are available for purchase now:

• Adult – $30
• Discount (ages 65+ and 12 and under) – $22

The 2024 NCAA Tournament has concluded, and with that, the countdown begins. Wichita will host the first and second rounds of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Intrust Bank Arena on March 20 and March 22. Sign up now for early access to tickets at the link below

Place your deposit today for 2024-25 men’s basketball season tickets. Existing season ticket holders will receive renewals in the mail this week and new season ticket holders can reserve their place right behind them on the priority list.

Faculty and staff are eligible to purchase season tickets at a discounted rate. Call the Shocker Ticket Office at 316-978-3267 for more information or fill out the online form.