Canisius men's basketball has announced its 2026-27 non-conference schedule, featuring 12 games, including two against Big 4 rivals. The season will kick off on November 2 against Penn State, marking the earliest start in program history. The Golden Griffins will also host the Queen City Classic and a home opener against St. Bonaventure. Other notable games include road matchups with Syracuse and DePaul. The non-conference slate will conclude with games against Duquesne and DePaul before Metro Conference play begins on December 4-6.

By the Numbers
  • Canisius will play 12 non-conference games before starting Metro play.
  • The opener against Penn State will be the first time since 1984-85 facing a Big Ten school.
  • The game against St. Bonaventure will be the 174th meeting in series history.
State of Play
  • The season officially opens on November 2, the earliest in history for Canisius.
  • Queen City Classic will take place from November 20-22 at the Koessler Athletic Center.
  • The schedule concludes non-conference play with three straight road games in December.
What's Next

Anticipation builds as the team prepares for its non-conference games, notably the rivalry matchups. The performance in these games will impact their momentum heading into the Metro Conference schedule. Game times and the full conference schedule will be unveiled shortly, providing fans with more clarity.

Bottom Line

The 2026-27 non-conference schedule sets the stage for Canisius men's basketball to face tough competition early, with significant rival games that could shape their season narrative. Fans are encouraged to secure tickets early to support the team during this pivotal year.