Akron men win season opener, women fall short in close matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 10:55 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
On November 2, the University of Akron men's basketball team opened its 2026-27 season with a 75-61 victory against Louisiana at the Cajundome. Ty Pence led the Zips with 19 points in his debut, while Evan Mahaffey and newcomer Tahj Staveskie each contributed 16 points. The Akron women's team played their season opener against South Alabama, losing 75-74 after a late layup by the opponents secured the win. Macey Fegan recorded a double-double for the Zips with 17 points and 12 rebounds.
- •Akron men lead at halftime 46-29 against Louisiana.
- •Ty Pence scores 19 points in debut for Akron.
- •Women's team loses in final seconds to South Alabama.
- •Macey Fegan records double-double for Akron women.
- •Dustin Ford earns first win as Akron men's head coach.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Akron men's basketball opens 2026-27 season with win, Zips women lose
"Newcomers Ty Pence and Tahj Staveskie join returnee Evan Mahaffey to lead Akron to a win over Louisiana in the 2026-27 men's basketball season-opener.
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