UTRGV Vaqueros Men’s Basketball 2025-26 Season Schedule Revealed
RIO GRANDE VALLEY – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros men’s basketball team has officially announced their full schedule for the upcoming 2025-26 season, providing fans with an exciting lineup of games starting on November 3 against Baylor University.
Non-Conference Challenges
Leading into their Southland Conference (SLC) commitments, the Vaqueros will embark on an ambitious journey, featuring nine non-conference matchups. This challenging pre-season itinerary includes highly competitive teams that will test the skill and resilience of the players before they dive into conference play.
Notable Non-Conference Games
- November 3: Baylor (Away)
- November 8: Southern Utah (Away)
- November 11: Boise State (Away)
- November 22: Missouri State (Away)
- November 24: Illinois (Away)
- November 17: Southwestern Adventist (Home)
- December 7: Austin Peay (Home)
- December 11: UT Arlington (Home)
- December 20: College of Biblical Studies (Home)
These games not only promise to deliver thrilling moments but are also expertly designed to prepare the team for the rigors of their Southland Conference schedule.
Conference Play Overview
After their non-conference phase, the Vaqueros will transition into an intensive conference schedule comprising 22 Southland Conference games. Commencing in December, the following fixtures are key highlights:
- December 3: Stephen F. Austin (Away)
- December 16: Lamar (Away)
- December 29: New Orleans (Home)
The conference schedule is packed tightly, with games scheduled predominantly on Saturdays and Mondays. UTRGV will face formidable opponents throughout this stretch, which is anticipated to be rigorous and demanding.
Head Coach Insights
UTRGV Head Coach Kahil Fennell shares his thoughts on the challenging schedule:
"The non-conference schedule features high-level Division I opponents. It will definitely prepare us for the conference slate. The conference schedule is going to be a bear this year, with no breaks and 11 weeks of two games a week. This grueling series will take us all over the country."
Coach Fennell’s optimism regarding the non-conference schedule aims to strengthen the team’s cohesion and capability, laying a foundation for success in the conference play.
How to Purchase Tickets
Fans eager to support the UTRGV Vaqueros can secure their season tickets or multi-sport passes online at GoUTRGV.com/SeasonTickets. For personalized assistance, contact Nick Swanson, the Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Sales and Operations, by phone at (956) 665-4205 or via email at tickets@utrgv.edu.
Looking Ahead
The Vaqueros are set for an exhilarating season that promises competitive games, exciting plays, and a quest for conference glory. With such a well-rounded schedule and the leadership of Coach Fennell, UTRGV men’s basketball fans have much to look forward to this coming season.
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The UTRGV Vaqueros are ready to make their mark in the 2025-26 basketball season, and fans are encouraged to join in on the excitement!
