Cornell to play Gonzaga on New Year's Eve in nonconference game

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:01 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

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Gonzaga will host Cornell on December 31, marking their first-ever meeting. The matchup is scheduled before Gonzaga transitions into Pac-12 play in January. Gonzaga's existing nonconference schedule also includes games against New Mexico State, Montana State, and LSU. Cornell, which finished fourth in the Ivy League last season, has replaced key scorers from last year. Details on tipoff time and broadcasting will be announced later.

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  • Cornell visits Gonzaga for a game on Dec. 31.
  • This is the first matchup between the two teams.
  • Gonzaga's nonconference schedule features several other opponents.
  • Cornell finished last season with a 15-13 record.
  • Tipoff time and TV details are pending.
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  • 2:01 AMYahoo SportsIvy League opponent Cornell visiting Gonzaga for New Year's Eve nonconference matchup
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Aug. 21—Gonzaga will face an Ivy League opponent on New Year's Eve before turning the page on its nonconference schedule and diving into Pac-12 Conference play. Mark Few's program will host Cornell on Dec. 31, according to a report on Friday from Bracketeer.com's Rocco Miller. A tipoff time and television details will be announced at a later date. The New Year's Eve matchup technically won't ...

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