Barry was picked fifth in the Sunshine State Conference’s 2026-27 men’s basketball preseason poll, three spots higher than last year’s preseason ranking. The Buccaneers enter Head Coach Justin Furr’s second season after finishing fourth in the conference and reaching the SSC semifinals last season.

By the Numbers
  • Barry received 42 points, two behind fourth-place Tampa.
  • The Bucs went 17-13 overall and 11-9 in conference play last season.
  • Nova Southeastern topped the poll with 11 points and nine first-place votes.
Yes, But

Barry’s improved preseason standing is a positive signal, but the team remains outside the top four. Nova Southeastern, the reigning conference champion, is favored to win its sixth straight SSC title.

What's Next

Barry opens its season November 13 against host Alabama-Huntsville at the SSC/GSC Crossover.

Bottom Line

Barry is entering the season with momentum in the preseason rankings, but it will need to turn that improved outlook into results against a conference led by perennial favorite Nova Southeastern.