Western Michigan University's men's basketball program has released its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, a 15‑game lineup that mixes early‑season tests with opportunities to play close to home. The season opens on November 2 with a MAC‑Sun Belt Challenge against Old Dominion, setting the tone for a demanding stretch that will see the Broncos travel across the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic before stepping into conference play.
Key home and away matchups
The first home games arrive just days later, with Kalamazoo College visiting on November 5 and Campbell on November 8. After a brief stint in the MAC, the team will head on the road to face Purdue Fort Wayne on November 12, then travel to Southern Indiana on November 15, and finally take on Mount St. Mary's on November 20. The non‑conference slate wraps up with a home contest against Grace Christian University on November 25 before the Broncos return to MAC action.
First‑year head coach Kahil Fennell described the schedule as both challenging and purposeful, emphasizing the need to test the team against diverse opponents while keeping the roster grounded in familiar territory. "We’ve built a slate that pushes us early and gives us a chance to fine‑tune before the grind of the MAC begins," Fennell said in the announcement.
Looking ahead
Following the non‑conference stretch, Western Michigan will host Great Lakes Christian College on December 18 and make a trip to face USC on December 22 before resuming league play against Akron on January 2. The early schedule is designed to blend competitive exposure with local relevance, positioning the Broncos for a strong start to their MAC campaign.