Charleston Cougars Mens Basketball Tickets

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If you’re looking for Charleston basketball tickets, you’ve come to the right place.GoTickets makes it simple to score seats at all your favorite college sports matchups. We’ve designed intuitive tools to help you pick the perfect spot in the stands, and our secure checkout and buyer guarantee should help you feel confident in your purchase. All you’ll need to worry about is whether the team can pull out a win! 

Cougars Basketball Basics

• Current Conference: Colonial Athletic Association (CAA)

• Current Division: Division I

• Cheerleading Squad: College of Charleston Cheer

• Dance Squad: Cougarettes Dance Team

• Band: Chucktown Sound

• Mascot: Clyde the Cougar

• Fight Song: "Cougars Fight On!”

• Team Colors: Maroon and White

The College of Charleston Men's Basketball Schedule

It can be challenging to choose just one opponent to see the Cougars face! The Charleston basketball schedule includes traditional rivalries and interconference clashes, and each game offers a chance for the team to display its strengths, but it’s matchups against fellow Colonial Athletic Association squads that often attract the most attention.

Key CAA Competitors

• Drexel Dragons

• Stony Brook Seawolves

• Hofstra Pride

• UNC Wilmington Seahawks

• Monmouth Hawks

John Kresse Court at TD Arena

The College of Charleston Cougars men's and women’s basketball teams play their home games on John Kresse Court at TD Arena. The court is named after the all-time winningest coach in the school’s history, and the facility opened in 2008 and welcomes up to 5,100 spectators at each showdown on the hardwood. In addition to hoops, fans can also catch volleyball matches or attend campus events here. 

Game Day Parking

GoTickets allows you to reserve parking when you buy your Charleston Cougars basketball tickets. This helps simplify your arrival, ensuring you have a place waiting for you near the arena. If you’d rather not commit to a spot until you get to campus, try these options: 

• Francis Marion Garage at 399 King Street

• St. Philip Garage at 34 St. Philip Street

• Wentworth Garage at 81 Wentworth Street

• College of Charleston PG Garage at 81 St. Philip Street

• Gaillard Garage at 32 Alexander Street

• George Street Surface Lot at 31 George Street

• Wentworth Garage at 69 Wentworth Street

• Camden Exchange Garage at 34 John Street

• Aquarium Garage at 24 Calhoun Street

Alternative Transportation

The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) operates services in the vicinity of the venue area. Visitors can use CARTA buses to reach the College of Charleston campus.

Notable College of Charleston Basketball Players

When you see the Cougars on the court, you could be getting a look at the next legend! The C of C athletic program has a history of nurturing players who successfully transition from college basketball to careers in the NBA and other professional leagues. These talented individuals have been among the standouts: 

• Anthony Johnson (1993–1997): The first player from the College of Charleston to make it to the NBA, Johnson was selected by the Sacramento Kings and carved out a solid career contributing to several teams. In 2002, he became the first former D-League player to play in the NBA Finals when his New Jersey Nets faced the LA Lakers. Then, while playing for the Indiana Pacers, during Game 6 of the 2006 playoffs, he scored a career-high 40 points against the Nets.

• Andrew Goudelock (2008–2011): Known for his sharpshooting abilities with the Cougars, Goudelock was the 2011 SoCon Player of the Year. After being drafted by the LA Lakers and the Harlem Globetrotters, he made an immediate impact as a backup point guard, standing in for the injured Steve Blake. In 2012, he signed with the Sioux Falls Skyforce, and the following year, he was named the NBA D-League MVP. He also made big moves in the international leagues.

• Joe Chealey (2013–2018): A two-time First-Team All-CAA selection, Chealey scored 32 points in an overtime victory that led the Cougars to the NCAA Tournament. After graduating from the College of Charleston, he played with the Charlotte Hornets and their G-League team, the Greensboro Swarm, before moving on to the Polish Basketball League and the Israeli Basketball Premier League. Since the summer of 2023, he has been an active player with Hapoel Eilat.

• Jarrell Brantley (2015–2019): The 2016 CAA Rookie of the Year and 2019 First-Team All-CAA selection worked out with multiple professional teams following his days with the Cougars. He was drafted by the Indiana Pacers and subsequently traded to the Utah Jazz, making his NBA debut in October of 2019. In 2021, he signed a contract with UNICS Kazan of the VTB United League and has since played in Puerto Rico, New Zealand, and Japan.

• Grant Riller (2016–2020): A three-time First-Team All-CAA selection, Riller's explosive scoring ability and leadership were his hallmarks at the College of Charleston. He was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets, and has been honing his skills in the G League with the Greensboro Swarm, the Hornets’ minor league club, as well as the Delaware Blue Coats, a Philadelphia 76ers affiliate, and the Texas Legends, part of the Dallas Mavericks franchise.

Ready for Your Charleston Cougars Basketball Game?

Let's face it, there's nothing quite like a live game. The roar of the crowd as a clutch three-pointer swishes through the net, the change in the atmosphere during a defensive stand—it’s an experience that can't be replicated through a screen. So, track down your Cougars gear, grab your College of Charleston basketball tickets, and get ready to be a part of the action!