BLOOMINGTON — Expanding its fan-facing lineup of preseason events, IU men’s basketball announced Monday plans to host a public scrimmage inside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall next month.

The Cream & Crimson Scrimmage, which is scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 3, comes one day after the program ’s already confirmed Hoosier Hoops on Kirkwood fan fest . Whereas the evening on Kirkwood will feature many of the pep rally elements of a traditional Hoosier Hysteria event, this will hand fans the live-game experience one day later.

It’s the latest in a small series of events designed to connect fans with first-year coach Darian DeVries ’ program, as the department looks to build momentum and excitement heading into the regular season. Insider: Coach Darian DeVries takes advantage of meeting Indi

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