Joe Lunardi (L) and Matt Maiocco (R) Return to Host the 2026 Tip Off Dinner
Photo by: Saint Mary's Athletics / Tod Fierner
MBB | Annual Tip Off Dinner Set for October 3, Reserve Your Table Today!
7/24/2026 12:00:00 PM | Men's Basketball
MORAGA, Calif. — It's a new era of Saint Mary's Men's Basketball! Coach Mickey McConnell has taken the reins of the program, and looks to lead the Gaels to their fifth straight West Coast Conference title, and sixth straight NCAA Tournament berth.
Do you want to be one of the first Gael fans to hear Coach McConnell preview the upcoming season, learn more about the 2026-27 team and have the chance to bid on exclusive auction items? The only way to do so is to purchase your table for the 2026 Tip Off Dinner on October 3.
Once again hosted by the Bay Area's own Matt Maiocco with special guest ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi, the Tip Off Dinner is a premier fundraising event for the Saint Mary's Men's Basketball program. On sale now, Gaels fans can purchase their table of eight for $1700, while sponsorship opportunities are also available. Secure your spot today!
Doors will open to UCU Pavilion for the event on October 3 at 5:30 p.m. PT for cocktail hour and the silent auction, with dinner and the program to begin at 7 p.m. PT. We cannot wait to see you on October 3!
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Built by generations of Gaels. Driven by the work that comes next.
2026–27 SEASON TICKETS — CLAIM YOUR SEAT HERE
Do you want to be one of the first Gael fans to hear Coach McConnell preview the upcoming season, learn more about the 2026-27 team and have the chance to bid on exclusive auction items? The only way to do so is to purchase your table for the 2026 Tip Off Dinner on October 3.
Once again hosted by the Bay Area's own Matt Maiocco with special guest ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi, the Tip Off Dinner is a premier fundraising event for the Saint Mary's Men's Basketball program. On sale now, Gaels fans can purchase their table of eight for $1700, while sponsorship opportunities are also available. Secure your spot today!
Doors will open to UCU Pavilion for the event on October 3 at 5:30 p.m. PT for cocktail hour and the silent auction, with dinner and the program to begin at 7 p.m. PT. We cannot wait to see you on October 3!
Tradition Built. Excellence Earned.
Built by generations of Gaels. Driven by the work that comes next.
2026–27 SEASON TICKETS — CLAIM YOUR SEAT HERE
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