Blue and Orange Madness Returns to Malibu

Men's basketball freshman forward Maxwell Lewis throws down a dunk during the Blue and Orange Madness. Freshman guard Houston Mallette said this was his favorite part of the night. Photo courtesy of Denver Patterson

Blue and Orange Madness tradition returned to Firestone Fieldhouse on Oct. 8. The night’s festivities included introductions for both men’s and women’s basketball teams, a three-point challenge and a dunk contest.

After a yearlong hiatus, Firestone Fieldhouse came roaring back to life as fans flooded the arena, hoping to get a glimpse of both teams.

“It was a good showing today — everyone showed out, students and parents included,” men’s basketball freshman guard Houston Mallette said. “It was good energy, and I’m just happy that the pandemic’s dying down and people are starting to get vaccinated and safer, and we can all enjoy our time here for the games.”