Event Details
On October 15, UC San Diego Basketball will host "A Night with Legends" at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in San Diego, bringing together current head coaches Clint Allard and Heidi VanDerveer with Hall of Fame coaches Tara VanDerveer, P.J. Carlesimo and Paul Westhead for a moderated discussion previewing the upcoming Division I season.
The evening kicks off with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m., followed by the discussion at 7 p.m., offering attendees an open bar, food, and early access for those holding VIP tickets.
General admission tickets are priced at $75, which includes the reception amenities, while VIP packages cost $250 and provide early entry and closer proximity to the coaches and speakers.
Legacy of Excellence
The Tritons have recently transitioned from NCAA Division II to Division I, a milestone underscored by 30 team championships and nearly 150 All‑America honors earned across 24 sports.
Academic distinction is a hallmark of the program, with 84 Academic All‑America honorees, 39 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships and a 90% graduation rate among its 1,400 scholar‑athletes, positioning the Tritons among the top public institutions in the NCAA.
The gathering also serves as the season tip‑off celebration, linking the program’s storied past with its ambitious future in Division I competition.