Syracuse students camp out and tailgate for Duke game

Students camp out, tailgate for Duke game

The biggest rivalry game of the year turns into an all-day affair for SU basketball fans.
Published: February 20, 2023
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Students dance, drink and socialize around campus as they prepare for the Syracuse men's basketball game against Duke on Saturday.

Syracuse students and fans tailgated and partied all-day prior to the highly-anticipated Syracuse-Duke basketball game on Saturday night.

Otto’s Army rounded up SU students Thursday to participate in the annual student campout with tents lined up outside of the JMA Wireless Dome in the designated “Boeheimburg” area. Students who slept two nights outside earned early entry around 3:30 p.m., so they could grab front row seats in the student section.

The matchup brought 31,000+ fans, marking the highest attendance during a regular NCAA basketball game this season.

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Student DJs pick a new song to rouse the crowd during the Duke pre-game parties around campus.

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A student hangs out of an apartment window while partying before the Duke game.

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Syracuse students play videogames while camping Friday night outside of the JMA Wireless Dome.

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Dressed in orange and blue, Syracuse students enjoy a tailgating party.

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Snow falls as Syracuse University students camp out at "Boeheimburg" near the Gate E entrance at the JMA Wireless Dome.