During the 2024-25 season, Miami Men’s Basketball posted a 25-9 overall record – program best since the 1998-99 season. Records were broken, but expectations are set. It is clear that the RedHawks have UNFINISHED BUSINESS. As college athletics rapidly evolves, your investment is crucial in shaping the future of Miami Basketball. With gifts utilized at the discretion of Head Coach Travis Steele and the sport administrator, donor support directly impacts the total student-athlete experience and provides the resources needed to compete for a MAC Championship and an NCAA Tournament appearance.

FIELD OF 68
This Fundraising initiative brings together 68 Miami Basketball donors, each contributing $1,000 or more per year to Miami Basketball. This elite group enjoys special access to the program, including Zoom Calls with Coach Steele, pregame rundowns, gameday experiences and other behind-the-scenes opportunities.

SWEET 16
The Sweet 16 is a premiere group of donors within the Field of 68 who contribute $5,000 or more annually. This circle will receive a special Miami Basketball gift as a thank-you for investing in this historic program.

AREAS FOR IMPACT

RED BRICK LEGACY MEN’S BASKETBALL FUND
Created to empower student-athletes to maximize their legacy during their time on campus, the Red Brick Legacy Men’s Basketball Fund provides essential resources, scholarships and Name, Image and Likeness opportunities needed to compete at the highest level. Donor support assists Coach Steele to recruit and retain student-athletes that will shape the future of Miami Basketball.

MEN’S BASKETBALL EXCELLENCE FUND
The Men’s Basketball Excellence Fund is the annual fund for Miami Basketball, helping to provide everyday support for the team. Donations to this fund positively impact the program as a whole and the total student-athlete experience, including nutrition and training, travel, equipment and much more. Gifts are utilized at the discretion of Coach Steele and the sport administrator.

ARENA PROJECT
Miami University Continues to plan for a new multipurpose arena in Oxford. This project will provide unprecedented facility upgrades for Miami Men’s and Women’s Basketball and Volleyball programs. In addition to hosting collegiate basketball and volleyball competition, the arena will be able to hold multiple events concurrently, and could better host university and city events, such as lectures, convocations, concerts, career fairs and graduations. As the planning process continues, support for this arena is crucial to providing the best possible home for Miami Athletics.
 
For more information, contact the Miami Athletic Fund at MiamiAthleticFund@MiamiOH.edu or call (513) 529-0422