Stan State opens its 2026-27 men’s basketball season at the CCAA/PacWest Challenge in Rocklin, facing Jessup on Nov. 13 and Dominican on Nov. 14. The Warriors bring back 10 players from last season’s 13-15 team and add six newcomers, with Lloyd French leading the returning group.

By the Numbers
  • Stan State finished 13-15 last season and returns 10 players.
  • Lloyd French averaged 10.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.
  • The Warriors meet Jessup for the third time; the series is tied 1-1.
  • Stan State leads its series with Dominican 7-5 and has won the last two matchups.
Yes, But

Stan State has experience and continuity, but both opponents arrive with winning records from last season. Jessup went 15-13, while Dominican finished 17-11.

What's Next

After the challenge, Stan State hosts the Stan State Crossover Classic on Nov. 20-21, including games against Saint Martin’s and Seattle Pacific.

Bottom Line

The opening weekend is an early test of whether Stan State’s returning core and new additions can turn last season’s losing record into momentum.