Siena Men's Basketball has announced its 20-game regular season Metro Conference schedule, featuring a title game rematch against Merrimack on December 4 at MVP Arena. The schedule includes 10 home and 10 away contests, with an unbalanced slate where four teams will only be faced once. Notably, the Saints will host conference games on six Fridays and have a significant matchup against Iona on New Year's Day. The Saints are set to defend their title under new head coach Nevada Smith, retaining five players from last year鈥檚 championship team and integrating 11 newcomers.

By the Numbers
  • Siena's regular season consists of 20 games: 10 home and 10 away.
  • Six of the Saints' home games will occur on Fridays.
State of Play
  • The Saints begin league play on December 4 with high anticipation against Merrimack.
  • They will have only two bye dates throughout the season.
  • A challenging stretch features six games in two weeks from January 8-22.
What's Next

The complete schedule, including non-conference games, will be released soon. Additionally, individual game tickets will become available in September. With a mix of returning talent and new recruits, Siena aims to maintain its competitive edge this season.

Bottom Line

As Siena prepares to embark on an exciting season, the synergy of experienced players and fresh talent sets the stage for potential success. Expect heightened anticipation leading into the opening matchup and a strong community backing for the defending champions.