South Dakota State men release 2026-27 basketball schedule starting at Kansas State

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

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South Dakota State University released its 2026-27 men's basketball schedule on Monday, detailing a campaign that begins with a road game against Kansas State on Nov. 3. This matchup in Manhattan marks the program's fifth all-time visit to the Wildcats. Head coach Bryan Petersen enters his second season with the Jackrabbits, whose non-conference slate includes home games against Briar Cliff and Valparaiso. The team will travel to New Orleans in late November to participate in the inaugural Second Line Showcase, featuring games against South Alabama and Fresno State. After closing out the non-conference portion of the season in early January, the Jackrabbits shift focus to Summit League play, which begins Jan. 7 at Kansas City. The season concludes in March at the Summit League Basketball Championship in Sioux Falls.

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  • South Dakota State opens the 2026-27 season on the road against Kansas State on Nov. 3.
  • The home opener is scheduled for Nov. 6 against Briar Cliff at First Bank & Trust Arena.
  • The Jackrabbits will participate in the inaugural Second Line Showcase in New Orleans.
  • Summit League play begins Jan. 7 with a road contest at Kansas City.
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Sep. 7—BROOKINGS — The South Dakota State men's basketball team has its roadmap for the 2026-27 season. The Jackrabbits released their complete schedule Monday, Sept. 7, setting the stage for the second season under head coach Bryan Petersen. SDSU opens the campaign Tuesday, Nov. 3, with a road matchup at Kansas State. The trip to Manhattan will mark the Jackrabbits' fifth all-time visit to ...

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