Midnight Madness 2009

Oct 20 2009

Members of the Georgetown community gathered in McDonough Gymnasium on Oct. 16 to celebrate the beginning of official basketball practices. Photos by Hoya Staff Photographer Molly Jones.

The Georgetown cheerleaders get the crowd ready for the introductions of both the men's and women's basketball teams. 6-foot-6 freshman center Sydney Wilson makes her entrance on Friday night. Sophomore guard Rubylee Wright gets creative when introduced to the crowd. DaJuan Summers' Detroit Pistons jersey was unveiled.
Georgetown will look to sophomore center Henry Sims to become a force in the frontcourt this season. After coming back to school for his sophomore season, center Greg Monroe will be the Hoyas' main offensive weapon. Junior guard Ryan Dougherty will suit up for Georgetown this season after playing on its practice squad last year. Junior forward Julian Vaughn will provide the Hoyas depth and experience in the paint.
Junior guard Chris Wright has emerged as a vocal leader for Georgetown. Head Coach John Thompson III is the last person to be introduced on Friday. Jack the Bulldog is on hand to share in the festivities. Members of the women's basketball team pose for a picture before being introduced.
The Georgetown University Step Team performs in front of a capacity crowd inside McDonough.