Samford University has released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, outlining a 32‑game season that includes 16 contests at the Pete Hanna Center in Birmingham.
The campaign opens on November 2 with a home game against Berry College, marking the first step under second‑year head coach Lennie Acuff.
Non‑conference road trips will see the Bulldogs travel to face UNLV, USC Upstate and Georgia Tech in November, followed by a December 2 matchup at UAB and home games versus Wright State, UNC Asheville and Point University.
Key Home Games and Early Road Tests
The early slate features a home opener against Berry College, followed by contests against Wright State, UNC Asheville and Point University before the team heads to Birmingham for the December 2 game at UAB.
Southern Conference play begins on December 5 with a road trip to Tennessee Tech, the league’s newest member, and continues with a home opener against Wofford on December 19.
A marquee non‑conference game against Alabama is set for December 29, after which the Bulldogs will engage in a series of home‑and‑home matchups against the other ten SoCon opponents.
Conference Schedule and Tournament Outlook
The regular season concludes on February 27 with a visit to East Tennessee State, preceding the Southern Conference Tournament.
Last season the team finished 18‑14 and earned the third seed in the conference tournament, and it returns 11 players, including starters Cade Norris and Isaiah Campbell‑Finch.
Roster Changes and Coaching Perspective
However, the Bulldogs must replace their top three scorers, among them two First Team All‑SoCon selections, to maintain offensive firepower.
Coach Acuff highlighted the importance of depth and the opportunities for newcomers to contribute as the schedule blends home and away challenges.