Syracuse University is set to reignite its historic rivalry with the University of Connecticut through a pair of exhibition matchups at the Mohegan Sun arena this October.
The women's teams will meet on October 12, followed by the men's squads on October 13, offering fans an early glimpse of both programs before the regular season begins.
Tickets for the games will become available to the public on August 12, a date that has already sparked excitement among season ticket holders and alumni.
The upcoming women's contest will mark the first meeting since the two sides clashed in the second round of the NCAA Tournament earlier this spring, a game that saw UConn secure a decisive victory.
For the men, the October 13 showdown will be the first meeting between the programs since 2018, a gap that adds a layer of anticipation as both coaches look to fine‑tune their squads.
The rivalry dates back to their shared tenure in the Big East Conference before Syracuse’s move to the Atlantic Coast Conference in 2013, a transition that has only deepened the competitive history between the schools.
UConn ranks as Syracuse’s sixth most frequent opponent all‑time, underscoring the significance of the exhibition series as more than a mere preseason workout.
Syracuse basketball figures Felisha Legette‑Jack and Gerry McNamara were present at the announcement ceremony, highlighting the program’s connection to its recent past.
Beyond the games themselves, the events will be held under the auspices of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and are supported by the NCAA, the Big East Conference and the Atlantic Coast Conference, institutions that have long overseen the sport’s landscape.