Little Rock men's basketball is set for a rigorous 16-game non-conference schedule in Travis Ford's inaugural season as head coach. Key matchups include road games against VCU, New Mexico, Kansas State, and Memphis. With eight home games at the Jack Stephens Center, Ford aims to challenge the team while fostering a strong home-court advantage. "This schedule should prepare us well for UAC play," he emphasized, as the Trojans gear up for the season opening on Nov. 2 against VCU.

By the Numbers
  • 16 non-conference games scheduled.
  • 4 major road games against VCU, New Mexico, Kansas State, and Memphis.
State of Play
  • The Trojans will open the regular season at VCU on Nov. 2.
  • Upcoming significant rivalry game against Arkansas State on Dec. 6.
  • Home games include matchups with Southern Illinois on Dec. 12 and Milwaukee on Dec. 15.
What's Next

The Trojans will continue to prepare for their UAC schedule through intense non-conference competition, honing team performance in challenging environments. Fans can expect more updates on game times and broadcast information.

Bottom Line

The challenging non-conference matches are crucial for team development, setting the stage for a competitive inaugural UAC season while enhancing fan engagement at home.