The Northern Michigan University men’s basketball team will kick off the 2012-13 season with its annual Midnight Madness event on at 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14 in PEIF 150. The Wildcats will begin official practice for the new season at midnight.

Students and members of the community are invited to support the ‘Cats for the upcoming season. A live DJ will be present along with performances by the NMU dance and cheerleading teams. Games will be played, and prizes will also be given away.