The game is set to start at 7 p.m., but a host of fun and educational pre-game activities for the youngsters will begin at 4:45 p.m.. Events include a free throw contest, photo opportunities with the Matador mascot, a basketball dribbling station, "jump rope for joy," a sign making station and information about healthy eating for youths.

The CSUN Intercollegiate Athletics Department's "Take a Kid to the Game" event also will recognize National Girls and Women in Sports Day.

"Our department and its athletes wish to reach out and give back to Northridge and the surrounding communities," said Brezya Rhodes, the athletics department's assistant marketing and promotions coordinator.

Children attending the event, designed to encourage adults to bring elementary and middle school youngsters to collegiate basketball games, will be treated to free t-shirts. They also will be invited to participate in a post-game autograph session with the Matador women's basketball team.