Dayton to honor Steve McElvene tonight

UD opens season against Austin Peay at UD Arena
Dayton’s Steve McElvene, left, and Charles Cooke celebrate a play during a game against VCU on March 5, 2016, at UD Arena. David Jablonski/Staff

Dayton’s Steve McElvene, left, and Charles Cooke celebrate a play during a game against VCU on March 5, 2016, at UD Arena. David Jablonski/Staff

The University of Dayton announced Wednesday a tribute to late Dayton Flyers center Steve McElvene will begin at 6:50 p.m. Friday.

Dayton plays Austin Peay in its season opener. The game will tip off at 7:05 p.m.