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UCF men's hoops announces challenging non-conference schedule for 2026-27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:25 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

UCF men's hoops announces challenging non-conference schedule for 2026-27
Summary

UCF men's basketball will kick off its 2026-27 season with a non-conference schedule featuring 14 games. The Knights begin on November 2 against Florida Gulf Coast, after defeating them 102-80 last season. Other notable matchups include games against Vanderbilt, Indiana, and a series in the ESPN Events Invitational against Boston College and Georgia. The team aims to prepare for competition in the Big 12 Conference, facing a tougher slate compared to last year, with most games taking place in Florida. A successful non-conference performance could position the Knights for postseason opportunities.

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  • •UCF opens the season against Florida Gulf Coast on Nov. 2.
  • •The Knights lost to Vanderbilt last season, 105-93.
  • •UCF plays Indiana in their first matchup with the program.
  • •The ESPN Events Invitational includes games against Boston College and Georgia.
  • •Most games are scheduled in Florida, offering a home-court advantage.
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  • 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — UCF Men's Hoops Releases Non-Conference Slate
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From a high-stakes rematch with Vanderbilt to a historic road test at Indiana, the Knights face a grueling slate designed to prime them for Big 12 contention.

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