The South Dakota Mines Men's Basketball team, under head coach Michael Iseman, has unveiled its 2026-27 schedule. The season kicks off with an exhibition game against Black Hills State on October 25 at 4 p.m. at Sturgis High School, followed by a regular-season opening with UMary and Minot State. The Hardrockers will play their first home game at the King Center on November 28 against MSU Billings. The RMAC conference play commences on December 3, with further competitions throughout the winter leading to the RMAC Tournament in March and the NCAA postseason events later that month.

By the Numbers
  • First exhibition game on October 25 against Black Hills State.
  • Regular-season games across 29 dates, with RMAC play beginning December 3.
State of Play
  • Season begins with exhibition and regular-season games in late October and November.
  • RMAC action underway in early December, continuing with an intensive schedule through February.
What's Next

The team will implement their training and strategies in preparation for the exhibition, seeking to build momentum into the regular season. Throughout the Winter, expect updates on team performance and player developments.

Bottom Line

The Hardrockers' schedule lays a solid foundation for the season ahead, highlighting critical matchups that could impact their postseason potential. Key early games could set the tone for their performance in RMAC and the NCAA tournaments.