South Florida Men's Basketball has released a 14‑game non‑conference schedule that pits the Bulls against a blend of postseason teams, high‑winning programs and defending conference champions. The slate includes eight squads that reached postseason play last year, among them four NCAA Tournament participants: Alabama, St. Louis, Tennessee State and Kennesaw State.
Key Matchups
The schedule features nine teams that posted at least 20 wins in the 2025‑26 season, with four of those reaching the 25‑win mark. Notable dates include a home‑and‑home series with the College of Charleston and a much‑anticipated showdown with Alabama on Dec. 19, a team that advanced to the Sweet 16 last March.
Four games will be played on neutral sites, while the remainder are split evenly between home and road contests. The Bulls will host eight non‑conference games at the 10,400‑seat Yuengling Center in Tampa, creating a lively atmosphere for fans eager to see the new-look roster in action.
Roster Overhaul and Coaching Vision
Head coach Chris Mack inherits a program that has enjoyed four NCAA Tournament appearances and a CBI championship in 2019. This season he welcomes 15 new players, including four four‑star transfers, aiming to blend experience with fresh talent. The coaching staff believes the challenging non‑conference slate will serve as a crucible for building chemistry before the rigors of American Conference play.
The season opener arrives on Nov. 2 when the Bulls travel to face Charleston Southern. From there, the schedule promises a series of tests that will gauge the team’s readiness and help shape expectations for a campaign that could define the program’s trajectory under Mack’s leadership.