The West Coast Conference has finalized the 16-game schedule for the 2026-27 men's basketball season, featuring 10 teams, including the addition of Denver. Each team will engage in seven home-and-away matchups, along with one only-home and one only-away opponent. The University of Portland will face Santa Clara at home and Seattle U away. Dates and times for the matchups will be announced later as the league prepares for further expansion with UC San Diego and UC Santa Barbara joining in the 2027-28 season.

By the Numbers
  • 16 games total per team during the 2026-27 season.
  • The conference will consist of 10 teams with Denver joining in 2026-27.
State of Play
  • Each team has seven opponents for home-and-away series.
  • Portland's schedule includes single games against Santa Clara (home) and Seattle U (away).
What's Next

Further details regarding specific game dates, times, and TV broadcasts will be revealed as the season approaches. The league will also prepare for future expansions with two more teams added next season.

Bottom Line

The 2026-27 men's basketball season promises competitive matchups and the excitement of an evolving conference landscape with new teams joining, ideally positioning the West Coast Conference for a dynamic basketball environment.