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3/6/2025 8:43:00 PM | Men's Basketball
EMU Men’s Basketball is Headed to Cleveland
Purchase Tickets | MAC Tournament Info | Rocket Arena Bag Policies
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — The Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team is officially headed to the Mid-American Conference Tournament, marking its first postseason appearance since 2020. The Eagles secured their spot following a thrilling 83-79 victory over Ohio University, March 4, and will return to Rocket Arena in Cleveland for the first time since 2018.
With the results across the Mid-American Conference Friday, No. 7 seed Eastern Michigan is scheduled to play No. 2 seed Miami University Thursday, March 13, with an approximate start time of 4 p.m. in the opening round of the MAC Tournament. Click here to purchase tickets.
EMU fans are encouraged to support the team in Cleveland by purchasing their MAC Tournament tickets directly through EMU Athletics. By doing so, fans will receive:
- Guaranteed seating within the official EMU fan section
- The opportunity to directly support EMU student-athletes and the athletics program
- Convenient mobile ticket delivery prior to game day
Ticket Pricing:
- $43 – Adult Ticket
- $15 – Student Ticket
Each ticket provides admission to the full men's quarterfinal session. Should the Eagles advance, semifinal and championship game tickets will also be available through EMU, with the same seating benefits.
The 2025 MAC Tournament, held March 13-15, features the conference's top eight men's teams competing for postseason glory and a place in the NCAA Tournament.
How to Purchase Tickets:
- By Phone: Call 734.487.3669
- Online: EMUEagles.com/tickets
Rocket Arena Bag Policy
Backpacks, large bags/purses (bags/purses must be 14" x 14" x 6" or smaller and fit under seat without obstruction of aisles), or sealed packages of any kind (including gifts for performers) are not permitted
2025 Mid-American Conference Men's Basketball Tournament
March 13-15 | Cleveland, Ohio | Rocket Arena
Thursday, March 13, 2025 - Quarterfinals
Game 1: No. 1 Akron vs. No. 8 Bowling Green, 11 a.m. ET (ESPN+)
Game 2: No. 4 Toledo vs. No. 5 Ohio, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Game 3: No. 2 Miami vs. No. 7 Eastern Michigan, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Game 4: No. 3 Kent State vs. No. 6 Western Michigan, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Friday, March 14, 2025 - Semifinals
Game 5: Game 1 Winner vs. Game 2 Winner, 5 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network)
Game 6: Game 3 Winner vs. Game 4 Winner, 7:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network)
Saturday, March 15, 2025 – MAC Championship Game
Game 7: Game 5 Winner vs. Game 6 Winner, 7:40 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
*30 minutes following the completion of the first game of the session.
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — The Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team is officially headed to the Mid-American Conference Tournament, marking its first postseason appearance since 2020. The Eagles secured their spot following a thrilling 83-79 victory over Ohio University, March 4, and will return to Rocket Arena in Cleveland for the first time since 2018.
With the results across the Mid-American Conference Friday, No. 7 seed Eastern Michigan is scheduled to play No. 2 seed Miami University Thursday, March 13, with an approximate start time of 4 p.m. in the opening round of the MAC Tournament. Click here to purchase tickets.
EMU fans are encouraged to support the team in Cleveland by purchasing their MAC Tournament tickets directly through EMU Athletics. By doing so, fans will receive:
- Guaranteed seating within the official EMU fan section
- The opportunity to directly support EMU student-athletes and the athletics program
- Convenient mobile ticket delivery prior to game day
Ticket Pricing:
- $43 – Adult Ticket
- $15 – Student Ticket
Each ticket provides admission to the full men's quarterfinal session. Should the Eagles advance, semifinal and championship game tickets will also be available through EMU, with the same seating benefits.
The 2025 MAC Tournament, held March 13-15, features the conference's top eight men's teams competing for postseason glory and a place in the NCAA Tournament.
How to Purchase Tickets:
- By Phone: Call 734.487.3669
- Online: EMUEagles.com/tickets
Rocket Arena Bag Policy
Backpacks, large bags/purses (bags/purses must be 14" x 14" x 6" or smaller and fit under seat without obstruction of aisles), or sealed packages of any kind (including gifts for performers) are not permitted
2025 Mid-American Conference Men's Basketball Tournament
March 13-15 | Cleveland, Ohio | Rocket Arena
Thursday, March 13, 2025 - Quarterfinals
Game 1: No. 1 Akron vs. No. 8 Bowling Green, 11 a.m. ET (ESPN+)
Game 2: No. 4 Toledo vs. No. 5 Ohio, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Game 3: No. 2 Miami vs. No. 7 Eastern Michigan, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Game 4: No. 3 Kent State vs. No. 6 Western Michigan, Time TBA* (ESPN+)
Friday, March 14, 2025 - Semifinals
Game 5: Game 1 Winner vs. Game 2 Winner, 5 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network)
Game 6: Game 3 Winner vs. Game 4 Winner, 7:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network)
Saturday, March 15, 2025 – MAC Championship Game
Game 7: Game 5 Winner vs. Game 6 Winner, 7:40 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
*30 minutes following the completion of the first game of the session.
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