The University of West Florida’s men’s basketball team will meet Florida State University in a highly anticipated contest on Sunday, November 29, at 2 p.m. inside the Pensacola Bay Center.
The matchup serves as the finale of the Argonauts’ inaugural Division I season, closing out a nonconference schedule that now features an Atlantic Coast Conference opponent.
Coaches Highlight the Moment
UWF Athletic Director Dave Scott emphasized the historic nature of the matchup, noting its importance for the program and the surrounding community. Head Coach Tanner Smith added his own excitement about testing the team against a nationally recognized program.
Tickets will become available on August 28 at 10 a.m. through the Pensacola Bay Center’s website and box office, and the game forms part of the Pensacola Hardwood Series presented by Russ Potts Productions Inc.
Beyond the on‑court action, the contest underscores the growing regional rivalry and sets the stage for UWF’s upcoming transition into Atlantic Sun Conference play.