Mount St. Mary’s men's basketball has unveiled its 2026-27 non-conference schedule, featuring a total of 11 games including home and away matchups. The season will kick off with an exhibition against Navy on October 28, followed by a notable early-season clash against Loyola on November 6. Five games are set to take place at Knott Arena, with most home games starting at 7 p.m., except for a 4 p.m. game against Drexel. The schedule includes several challenging opponents, with the Mountaineers also planning road games against respected programs like Xavier and Virginia Tech.

By the Numbers
  • 11 non-conference games scheduled for the season.
  • Five home games at Knott Arena, with the earliest meeting against Loyola on November 6.
State of Play
  • Mount St. Mary’s finished second in attendance within the conference last season.
  • The team is set to welcome new opponents, including Western Michigan and Lehigh, for the first time in their history.
What's Next

As the home opener approaches, the Mountaineers will prepare for their exhibition against Navy and the regular season start. Season ticket renewals begin on August 18, with sales for new purchasers opening September 8. Anticipation builds around the first matchups against new and established opponents.

Bottom Line

Mount St. Mary’s is positioning itself for a competitive upcoming season, with a mix of familiar rivalries and fresh challenges. Securing strong ticket sales will be crucial, as the team aims to replicate and build upon last season's attendance success.