Behrend Basketball Welcomes Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday

Behrend Basketball Welcomes Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday

ERIE, Pa. – Penn State Behrend men's basketball team is getting set to host their annual Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Behrend Community All-Stars basketball game at the Junker Center on April 22, starting at 3 p.m.

In 2011, the Steelers hoped to return to the Super Bowl and defend their AFC championship from 2010, but suffered a 29–23 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the Wild Card round of the playoffs.

Previous attendees include: Charlie Batch, James Harrison, Mike Wallace, Santonio Holmes, Max Starks, and even former greats like Louis Lipps. At halftime, fans will have the opportunity to receive autographs and take pictures with their favorite Steelers athletes! Also, throughout the game there will be shooting contests, 50/50 and prize raffles. The annual event is sure to be plenty of fun for all ages.

Tickets are $7 and can be bought at the Junker Center during normal business hours. The doors will open at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 22. For additional ticket information, please contact the men's basketball office at (814) 898-7566.