The men’s and women’s basketball teams can begin practicing for the 2007-08 season today.

Last year, Temple kicked off practice with a Midnight Madness event. A similar event, Cherry and White Night, will be held next Friday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m at McGonigle Hall.

Both the men’s and women’s teams will hold scrimmages that night before the teams lead fans in a Walk for the Cure, a special Coaches vs. Cancer event. Temple is one of three schools hosting a Walk for the Cure. The others are Saint Joseph’s and Syracuse.

The Diamond Gems Dance Team, cheerleaders and marching band will also participate in Cherry and White night. Students can pick up their tickets to the Temple/Penn State football game at the event.