SUNY Canton has unveiled its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, a 25‑game lineup that blends conference showdowns with non‑conference challenges.
The slate features 11 home contests and a full slate of SUNYAC matchups, with the team traveling to face each of the other five East Division rivals twice and meeting each of the six West Division opponents once apiece.
Early season tournaments and season opener
The Roos will open the regular season at the Mike Daley Memorial Tournament hosted by Nazareth, setting the tone for a campaign that includes two first‑semester tournaments.
A home opener against Alfred State is slated for December 12, followed by a non‑conference clash with VTSU Castleton on January 3 as the 2027 portion of the schedule begins.
Conference play and tournament implications
The league slate includes 16 SUNYAC contests, with the top two seeds earning first‑round byes and the No. 3 and No. 4 seeds hosting first‑round games on February 23. The No. 1 seed will host championship weekend, featuring semifinals on February 26 and the title game on February 27.
The winner of the SUNYAC Tournament will earn the conference’s automatic qualifier to the NCAA Division III Tournament, giving the Raiders a clear path to the national stage.