A New Chapter for the Bulldogs
The University of Georgia has locked in a non‑conference showdown with its in‑state counterpart, the West Georgia Wolves, slated for Wednesday, December 16, 2026, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.
The agreement guarantees a $95,000 payment to the Wolves, underscoring the Bulldogs’ willingness to support regional programs while securing a home‑court advantage.
A Familiar Rivalry Rekindled
This will mark the second meeting between the two schools, the first having taken place during the 2025‑26 season when Georgia rolled past West Georgia 103‑74.
West Georgia, a Division I member of the Atlantic Sun Conference, concluded that campaign with a 15‑17 overall record and an 8‑11 mark within the league, a trajectory the Bulldogs hope to build upon.
Georgia’s 2026‑27 slate also features contests against traditional powerhouses North Carolina, in‑state rival Georgia Tech, and North Florida, providing a varied early‑season test.
Head coach Mike White, now in his fifth year at the helm, guided the Bulldogs to a 22‑10 record and a second straight NCAA Tournament appearance in 2025‑26, a season that ended with a 10‑8 mark in SEC play.
The upcoming matchup offers both teams a chance to fine‑tune strategies before conference play, with the Bulldogs looking to extend their recent momentum and the Wolves aiming to prove they can compete with a SEC powerhouse.