
George Mason Sets Up 2026 Home‑and‑Home Showdown with South Florida
George Mason will host South Florida on November 21, 2026, beginning a two‑year series that highlights recent successes for both programs and introduces a promising freshman class.
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George Mason will host South Florida on November 21, 2026, beginning a two‑year series that highlights recent successes for both programs and introduces a promising freshman class.
The Patriots will travel to North Carolina and host the Panthers in a two-year series that highlights the rising trajectories of both programs.

The Atlantic 10 has released its men's basketball schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting George Mason's home slate against VCU, Richmond and other conference rivals, while the program looks to build on a 70‑win stretch and a top‑100 NET ranking.

Jonathan Mitchell, a national champion and all‑conference player with a decade‑plus coaching résumé, is set to begin his new role with App State for the 2026‑27 season
Jonathan Mitchell, a national champion and all‑conference player, has been named assistant coach for the Appalachian State men’s basketball program, bringing a blend of playing excellence and proven player development.

VCU and Saint Louis shared the conference crown last year, but a wave of departures and newcomers sets the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.

The 2026 Atlantic 10 basketball season is being reshaped by a wave of transfers, with standout newcomers poised to influence the conference race.

George Mason University announced the addition of forward Elijah Jones, a junior transfer from UTEP, to its men's basketball program for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.