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Video Highlights On Titan YouTube Channel or simply click on the image above for a video overview of the event.

DETROIT-- Fans of the University of Detroit Mercy basketball teams were treated to a show at the "Tip It with the Titans" event held Friday night at Calihan Hall.  The showcase was in conjunction with the first official date of practice for NCAA Division I men's basketball squads.

For the benefit of those who had to miss Friday's event (and whatever excuse you have might not be good enough in my estimation) we've provided a running diary of the night's action -- and there was lots of it-- on the brand, spanking-new official blog for Titan Athletics.

The night started with lots of great food and conversation at the Wine and Cheese event, hosted by UDM Interim President Michael Joseph.  The gathering helped unite Titan supporters prior to another season of basketball in Detroit. Performances from the UDM dance and cheer squads with music throughout were provided courtesy of the Titan Pep Band.

The Titan women's basketball team treated us to "I LOVE BASKETBALL".  The group is led by boisterous head coach Autumn Rademacher, who is certainly not shy behind the microphone.

Other events included Greek organizations on campus competing in a 3-point shootout, the official unveiling of the new "made-over" Tommy Titan and more performances from the Detroit Titan Dance Team, the Pep Band and the Cheer Team.

Jason Calliste picks-up the win in the 3-point shoot-out.  He scored 10 out of the four racks to grab bragging rights.  Nick Minnerath is the reigning dunk champion after a perfect 50 by grabbing a statued Calliste handoff and firing it through the rim. 

Chris Blake's fourth make from deep gives the White squad a 33-27 win in the scrimmage that followed.  Eli Holman led the Red team's effort with four put-backs.

All told, a very successful night at Calihan Hall.  The men open the schedule Oct. 30 with an exhibition against Hillsdale College at 4:30 p.m.  The Titan women open their campaign on Nov. 8 with a 7:00 p.m. exhibition against Saginaw Valley State. 

A photo gallery and video clips are available or click HERE to go to the previously mentioned official blog for Titan Athletics which includes video links for each section of the evening.