FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Fairfield University Men's Basketball is partnering with NIVEA MEN to present the Mahoney Classic – the first-ever "Multi-Team Event" (MTE) at Leo D. Mahoney Arena. The event will be held from Nov. 14-16, 2025 and will feature the first home games of the season for the Stags against regional foes Stonehill College and Loyola University Maryland.
 
"Thank you to NIVEA MEN for their partnership in presenting the first-ever MTE at Mahoney Arena," said Fairfield University Vice President for Athletics Paul Schlickmann. "We are looking forward to hosting a great weekend of college basketball on our campus and inside one of the premier venues in all of mid-major athletics."
 
"NIVEA MEN is proud to partner with Fairfield University and serve as the presenting sponsor of the inaugural 2025 Mahoney Classic," said Erynn Keefe, VP NIVEA. "This exciting collaboration is a testament to our shared values and commitment to empowering men to look and feel their best on and off the court, with trusted skincare solutions like the NIVEA MEN Sensitive Face Lotion with SPF 15. Based in Fairfield County, NIVEA MEN of Beiersdorf, Inc. is thrilled to connect with the Fairfield University athletes, fans, and community."
 
The Mahoney Classic presented by NIVEA MEN will mark the home debut for the 2025-26 Stags, hosting Stonehill on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. and Loyola on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. The two visiting teams will go head-to-head at Mahoney Arena on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m.
 
Season tickets, flex plans, and single-game tickets for Fairfield Men's Basketball are on sale now at fairfieldstags.com/tix.
 
About NIVEA
With over 110 years of skincare expertise, NIVEA, is an iconic brand that millions of people around the world love and trust. The world's number one aftershave brand, globally, NIVEA MEN offers a comprehensive range of grooming and personal care products including face care, shaving and body care, all developed with advanced formulations specifically tailored for men's skin. More information can be found at www.NIVEA.com and on our social channels. 
 
About Beiersdorf Inc
Beiersdorf Inc is the North American affiliate of Beiersdorf AG, known for pioneering skincare innovations for over 140 years. Headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, with more than 22,000 employees worldwide, Beiersdorf, in the 2024 fiscal year generated sales of €9.9 billion. The company's global portfolio of brands includes household names like NIVEA, Eucerin, Coppertone, Aquaphor, La Prairie and Chantecaille. The company's mission, Care Beyond Skin, reflects its dedication to driving impact across communities and culture. Learn more at www.beiersdorf.com.