Get ready for an action-packed season of Millsaps men’s basketball! The 2025-26 schedule is here, and it’s packed with thrilling matchups, road trips, and home showdowns that promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats. But here’s where it gets exciting: the Majors are not just playing—they’re strategizing to dominate both at home and on the road, with a schedule that tests their mettle against tough opponents and conference rivals alike.
The season kicks off with a bold statement: an exhibition game against NCAA Division I powerhouse Stephen F. Austin on November 3 in Nacogdoches, Texas. This isn’t just a warm-up—it’s a chance for the Majors to prove they can hang with the big leagues. And this is the part most people miss: the team’s early-season challenges are designed to build momentum for the grueling conference battles ahead.
Next up is the Hawks Classic, where Millsaps will face LaGrange College (Nov. 14) and Huntingdon College (Nov. 15) in Montgomery, Alabama. These games aren’t just about winning—they’re about setting the tone for the season. After that, the Majors return home to the Hangar Dome for a trio of electrifying matchups: Belhaven University (Nov. 18), MUW (Nov. 21), and Austin College (Nov. 24). Home-court advantage? Absolutely. But can they keep the energy high for the four-game road swing that follows?
From November 30 to December 18, the Majors hit the road to face the University of the Ozarks, Belhaven University, Austin College, and LeTourneau University. This stretch will test their resilience and teamwork—a true measure of championship potential. Just before the New Year, they’re back in Jackson to host Huntingdon College (Dec. 28) and the University of the Ozarks (Dec. 30), with Huntingdon and Ozarks also squaring off in the Hangar Dome on Dec. 29. Talk about a basketball bonanza!
As 2026 begins, the Majors dive into Southern Athletic Association (SAA) play, starting with Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee (Jan. 3). Then it’s off to Danville, Kentucky, to face Centre College (Jan. 9), followed by a trip to Sewanee (Jan. 11). Here’s where it gets controversial: Can the Majors maintain their momentum against conference newcomers Southwestern University (Jan. 16) and Trinity University (Jan. 18), who are hungry to make their mark?
The Hangar Dome will be buzzing as Millsaps hosts Berry College (Jan. 23) and Oglethorpe University (Jan. 25) before hitting the road again. This time, it’s a four-game trip to Georgia and Texas, facing Berry (Jan. 30), Oglethorpe (Feb. 1), Southwestern (Feb. 6), and Trinity (Feb. 8). These games aren’t just about wins—they’re about securing a spot in the SAA Championship.
The regular season wraps up at home with Centre College (Feb. 13), Sewanee (Feb. 15), and Rhodes College (Feb. 20). But the real prize? The 2026 SAA Men’s Basketball Championship, hosted by Berry College in Mount Berry, Georgia, from February 26-28. Only the top six teams make it—will the Majors be among them?
What do you think? Is this schedule a recipe for success, or will the road trips and tough opponents prove too challenging? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on the Majors’ 2025-26 journey!
