Yale Bulldogs Mens Basketball Tickets

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Yale Bulldogs Basketball Basics

• Current Conference: Ivy League

• Current Division: Division I

• Last NCAA Championship Title: 1903 (Helms Champions)

• Cheerleading Squad: Yale Cheerleading

• Dance Squad: Yaledancers

• Band: The Yale Precision Marching Band

• Mascot: Handsome Dan (Bulldog)

• Team Colors: Yale Blue and White

The Yale Men's Basketball Schedule

Deciding on a game to attend can be difficult. With over 30 matchups on the Yale Bulldogs men's basketball schedule, the options can feel overwhelming. The docket includes a competitive array of possibilities, including historic rivals, inter-conference contenders, and emerging powerhouses. Clashes with the top opponents in the conference are always a safe bet!

Key Competitors in the Ivy League

• Harvard Crimson

• Princeton Tigers

• Cornell Big Red

• Brown Bears

• Columbia Lions

Payne Whitney Gymnasium

The Bulldogs’ home court is the John J. Lee Amphitheater, which you’ll find in the Payne Whitney Gymnasium right on campus in New Haven, Connecticut. The historic multipurpose venue opened in 1932 and has a seating capacity of approximately 2,532. 

In addition to men’s and women’s basketball, this facility also serves as the primary site for Yale's volleyball and gymnastics matches as well as the school’s swimming events. The student section, typically filled with high-spirited supporters, adds to the atmosphere.

Game Day Parking

GoTickets allows you to reserve parking when you buy your Yale basketball tickets. Spots tend to fill up quickly, so we highly recommend taking advantage of this opportunity to ensure a smooth arrival. If you’d rather take your chances and seek out a space once you get to New Haven, options in the area of the arena include the following:

• Metered Parking: Located along Tower Parkway

• Yale Health Plan Garage: 55 Lock Street

• Lot 78: 50 Ashmun Street

Alternative Transportation

If you would prefer public transportation, Connecticut Transit (CTtransit) serves the New Haven area. Check the service’s website for up-to-date details on routes, schedules, and fares. Additionally, Yale University provides an extensive shuttle service that operates several routes around the campus and the surrounding area.

Notable Yale University Basketball Players

The Yale University athletics program has a rich tradition of excellence, and key hoopsters have been able to build on the legacy they began in New Haven, transitioning from the historic courts of the Ivy League to the bright lights of the NBA. When it comes to basketball, these are some of the school’s most successful alumni: 

• Tony Lavelli (1945–1949): Lavelli not only led the NCAA in scoring at Yale but was also a talented composer and instrumentalist who wrote over a dozen songs during his college years. He was the fourth overall pick in the 1949 NBA Draft, selected by the Celtics, but he refused to sign with the team until they agreed to pay him to play his accordion at halftime. He scored 20 points in his first NBA game, so it seems they made the right decision!

• Earl “Butch” Graves (1980–1984): At Yale, Graves was a scoring machine! He remains the university's all-time leading scorer and third all-time in the Ivy League, making him one of the program's all-time greats. Excelling in both basketball and football, he was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers and Dallas Cowboys. He chose the hardwood over the field and played with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a year before pursuing his MBA at Harvard.

• Chris Dudley (1983–1987): A three-time All-Ivy League player, Dudley, a dominant rebounder and shot-blocker, was drafted by Cleveland in 1987. He carved out a 16-year NBA career, spending time with the Cavaliers, Nets, Trail Blazers, Knicks, and Suns. In 1994, he formed the Chris Dudley Foundation to help diabetic children, an endeavor that earned him the NBA’s Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award for notable contributions to his community.

• Miye Oni (2016–2019): 2019’s Ivy League Player of the Year was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2019 and then traded to the Utah Jazz. He’s known for his impressive work ethic, and his versatility has made him an asset to his teams. In 2022, he signed with the London Lions of the British Basketball League, and to cap off his first season, he clinched a berth in the EuroCup Playoffs. With an active career in progress, the sky’s the limit for this talented athlete!

Ready for Your Yale Bulldogs Men's Basketball Game?

Don’t settle for Bulldogs sports through a screen! With Yale basketball tickets from GoTickets.com, you can be part of the action. There’s nothing like seeing a game play out on the hardwood right in front of your eyes, hearing the squeaks of the sneakers, and feeling the adrenaline flowing through the stands. Reserve your seats now, and before you know it, you’ll be digging out your favorite jersey and heading to the arena.