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BUFFALO, NY ­ A wave of excitement will continue at the University at Buffalo on Monday, March 8 when the Bulls host a first-round Mid-American Conference tournament game at Alumni Arena. The game, which will be UB's first-ever men's home playoff game in the MAC, is being billed "Sea of Blue II: Title Wave," and promises to be one of the biggest attended events in UB basketball history. Tip off is at 7 pm at the Big A.

The Division of Athletics has purchased 2,000 student tickets which will be distributed to UB students with valid ID on Monday night. Doors will open at 5:45 pm and UB students are encouraged to arrive early to get the best seats for this historic game.

"The response we received to the first "Sea of Blue" promotion (versus Kent State on Feb. 25) was simply overwhelming," said Associate Athletic Director of External Relations John Lambert, "but we think this will be even better. Once again we're asking all fans to wear their UB Blue, bring a wave of noise, and be the sixth man that will allow us to get to Cleveland for the MAC Tournament and a possible shot at the NCAA Tournament."

In expectation of a record student turnout, UB officials confirmed that all three sets of

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bleachers will be pulled out for the game as the Bulls seek to top the crowd of over 6,100 that turned out to see Buffalo beat Kent State on Feb. 25. The Bulls have won six straight for the first time in their MAC history and ten of their last 12 games.

"The students and the community have made an incredible difference to our team in the past few weeks," said head coach Reggie Witherspoon. "They have truly made Alumni Arena one of the most difficult places to play in the Mid-American Conference. We have enjoyed a true home court advantage and we will need that to continue on Monday to keep our dreams of a MAC championship alive."

Tickets for the game are priced at $18, $15 and $12 and are available at tickets.com in Tops Friendly Markets or charge by phone 1-888-223-6000.