The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's basketball team has announced its 2026-27 season schedule under new Head Coach Jerod Haase. With a focus on creating a challenging national schedule, the team aims to prepare effectively for conference play. Haase's goals include establishing Bodford Arena as a premier home court and ensuring the team plays its best basketball come March. After a 15-19 season last year, the Spartans are ready to kick off their campaign on November 3, 2026, against Milligan in Bodford Arena.

By the Numbers
  • 32 regular season games: 14 home and 18 away.
  • The Spartans will play two teams that participated in the 2026 NCAA Tournament: NC State and Furman.
State of Play
  • UNCG will start its SoCon schedule on December 1, 2026, against VMI.
  • The team has non-conference matchups against Seton Hall and NC State, with a total of 10 different conferences represented.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Spartans will finalize their preparations for a demanding season, focusing on gaining traction in non-conference play to build momentum heading into Southern Conference competition. The SoCon Tournament will take place from March 5-8, 2027, in Asheville, North Carolina.

Bottom Line

UNCG's strategy hinges on a tough schedule to foster growth and resilience, aiming to create a significant home-court advantage while preparing for a challenging Southern Conference. This approach is crucial for establishing the team鈥檚 competitiveness as they transition into the season.