CHICAGO (July 15, 2024) – Chicago's College Team is gearing up for an electrifying 2024-25 basketball campaign full of excitement and anticipation, as season tickets are now on sale now for the UIC men's and women's programs. Flames fans can look forward to a thrilling lineup of tough non-conference matchups and pivotal Missouri Valley Conference battles at Credit Union 1 Arena, featuring some of the nation's finest young scholar-athletes.
 
Season tickets for the 2024-25 Flames' men's and women's basketball campaigns can be purchased now by contacting the UIC Athletics Ticket Office (312.413.UIC1; athleticsticketing@uic.edu).
 
The UIC men's basketball program enters a new era this season with the arrival of first-year head coach Rob Ehsan, who not only brings with him four successful seasons as head coach at UAB, but a lengthy run as a decorated assistant coach at power-conference programs Maryland, Virginia Tech and Stanford.
 
Along with a new head coach, the Flames will have a fresh and exciting new look this season with one of the highest-ranked recruiting classes in the Valley. UIC will also bring back two veteran starters in senior forward Filip Skobalj, who averaged 8.2 ppg. and ranked second in the MVC with a .418 three-point percentage (leading all MVC returnees for 2024-25), and senior guard Ethan Pickett, who added 6.0 ppg. and was second on the team with a .533 field-goal percentage last season.
 
"This season promises to be filled with grit, determination and a relentless pursuit of excellence," Ehsan said. "Having our loyal Flames fans there in the stands is about more than just watching games and supporting our team — it's about becoming an integral part of what we're building at UIC. Each night, we aim to inspire, compete and live up to our name as Chicago's College Team. Through their own commitment as season ticket holders, our fans fuel our players' spirit and drive us towards our goals. Together, let's create an atmosphere at Credit Union 1 Arena that echoes with passion and victory and make this season one for the record books!"
 
UIC women's basketball is a team on the rise following two successful seasons under head coach Ashleen Bracey. Last year, the Flames went 18-16, earning the program's second consecutive postseason tournament berth (fourth in school history) and its first WNIT appearance since 2007. UIC has also posted back-to-back winning seasons under Bracey (19-17 in 2022-23 with a trip to the Women's Basketball Invitational), a feat the Flames hadn't accomplished in a decade (2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons). In two seasons under Bracey's leadership, UIC has already won more games (37) than it did in the seven seasons prior to her arrival and has finished in the top seven in the MVC during both seasons it has been a member.
 
In 2024-25, the Flames are expected to return nearly their entire roster, including their starting five and many key reserves. Leading the way will be a pair of all-MVC selections in senior guard Makiyah Williams (team-high 12.9 ppg.) and graduate student forward Keimari Rimmer (10.7 ppg., team-high 6.5 rpg. and 1.6 spg.). Joining the returnees will be three transfers in Jalysa Stokes (Joliet, Ill./Joliet Central/UMSL), Julia Coleman (St. Louis, Mo./Westminster Christian Academy/Texas State) and Arin Freeman (Little Rock, Ark./North Little Rock/Coastal Carolina). The Flames also added two incoming freshmen in guard Chantrel "Tutu" Clayton (St. Louis, Mo./Cardinal Ritter/Vashon), who is the reigning Missouri Class 4 Player of the Year, and 6-4 center Magdalena Winter (Berlin, Germany), who has been a mainstay with the German U16 and U17 National Teams since 2021.
 
"We are so grateful to those who have supported us during the growth and development of our women's basketball program the past two seasons," Bracey said. "It's an honor and privilege to represent UIC as we strive for excellence every day. During our drive to compete for championships, it will always be more about the journey that we embark on with our university, community and fans. Their presence in the stands makes a world of difference and their energy and belief are the foundation upon which we build our success. We invite everyone to join us this season as we pursue success and make memories that will last a lifetime."
 
Living up to its deserved reputation as Chicago's College Team, UIC basketball is among the most affordable family entertainment anywhere in the Windy City. Fans can catch the Flames all season long at Credit Union 1 Arena, with information regarding 2024-25 season ticket packages outlined below.
 
Men's Basketball
Fans have several options to cheer on the Flames for the upcoming 2024-25 season.
 
The Flames Family Plan (two adult/two youth age 18 and under) will provide four Lower Level Baseline season tickets, located in the end zone sections of Credit Union 1 Arena, for just $249.
 
Lower Level Sideline tickets are priced at $250 per seat. UIC faculty, staff and recent alumni may also purchase Lower Level Sideline tickets at a discounted rate of $200 per seat. Courtside season tickets are available for $450 per seat.
 
Loge Courtside season ticket packages put fans right in the heart of the action and start at $1,800 for two seats and two Courtside Club season passes. Fans can also purchase four Loge Courtside season tickets and four Courtside Club season passes for $3,600.
 
All men's basketball season ticket packages, except the Lower Level Baseline/Flames Family Plan, will also require a donation to the Flames Athletic Fund.
 
A seating chart of Credit Union 1 Arena with season ticket and FAF donation information is below.
 

 
 
Women's Basketball
Season tickets for the 2024-25 women's basketball season come at a wide variety of price points.
 
General Admission season tickets are priced at $50 per seat, while Courtside season tickets can be purchased for $75 per seat. Loge Courtside season tickets are available for $250 (two seats) or $500 (four seats).
 
The women's basketball Courtside and Loge Courtside season ticket packages will also require a donation to the Flames Athletic Fund.
 
A full seating chart with season ticket pricing and Flames Athletic Fund donation information can be found below.
 

 
 
The non-conference schedules for the 2024-25 UIC men's and women's basketball seasons will be announced in the coming days. One home women's basketball contest has already been revealed, as the Flames will play host to 2023 NCAA national champion LSU on Dec. 19 at Credit Union 1 Arena. Information on single-game ticket availability for the 2024-25 UIC basketball season will be announced at a later date.
 
Fans are strongly encouraged to support NIL opportunities for UIC scholar-athletes through contributions to The Chicago Collective.
 
For more information on UIC men's and women's basketball, fans are encouraged to visit UICFlames.com, or follow the Flames on social media through X (@UIC_MBB, @UIC_WBB and @UICFlames) and Instagram (@uic_mbb, @uic_wbb and @uicflames).