Cincinnati Bearcats prepare for exhibition season under Jerrod Calhoun
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Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Cincinnati Bearcats basketball team, led by coach Jerrod Calhoun, is preparing for three upcoming exhibition games in October. The Bearcats began practices earlier this summer and played exhibitions in the Bahamas. They are set to face Ohio State on October 7, followed by Illinois on October 17 and Oakland University on October 27. Key players MJ Collins and Javontae Campbell are currently facing eligibility and injury issues, respectively. Calhoun emphasizes the need for game reps to improve as the team transitions into the regular season.
- •First game against Ohio State on October 7.
- •MJ Collins awaits eligibility clearance; Campbell is injured.
- •Calhoun prioritizes game experience before the regular season.
- •Bearcats featured in NCAA.com's Power 44 at No. 41.
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Jerrod Calhoun, Cincinnati Bearcats basketball prepare for exhibitions
"Cincinnati Bearcats basketball prepares for month of exhibitions under Jerrod Calhoun as the regular season opens Oct. 2 at home against American.
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