Troy Set to Defend Title: Full 2025-26 Sun Belt Schedule Unveiled!
TROY, Ala. - Coming off a triumphant Sun Belt Championship and an exhilarating NCAA Tournament run, expectations are running high as the Troy Men’s Basketball team gears up to defend their title in the upcoming 2025-26 Sun Belt conference season. As stated in Troy University Athletics, the anticipation surrounds this season’s full schedule release, promising fans a thrilling spectacle.
A Strong Start at Home
The Trojans are poised to kickstart their conference journey with a strong lineup of consecutive home games at the legendary Trojan Arena. Kicking off the buzz, Marshall will visit on Dec. 20, marking the beginning of an action-packed debut. After a festive Sun Belt break, the excitement resumes with Texas State on New Year’s Eve, followed by an electrifying clash against in-state rival South Alabama on Jan. 3.
Battling on the Road
Not ones to shy away from a challenge, the Trojans will then head to Arkansas State on Jan. 7. This game isn’t merely a matchup; it’s a thrilling rematch of last season’s gripping Sun Belt Championship game. With fans’ hearts pounding, the squad will face Louisiana next on Jan. 10 before returning home for an enticing showdown against Southern Miss on Jan. 14 and once again taking on Arkansas State on Jan. 17.
Mid-Season Momentum
The energy continues to pulsate as Trojan athletes embark on a two-game road trip, confronting Old Dominion on Jan. 21 and Georgia Southern on Jan. 24. The action-packed schedule takes them back to their home court for a thrilling clash against James Madison on Jan. 29, followed swiftly by Appalachian State on Jan. 31.
The Ultimate Road Test
February ushers in the longest and toughest road stretch of the season, a series of games that will test Troy’s prowess and endurance. The daunting schedule includes face-offs at Georgia State on Feb. 4, Texas State on Feb. 11, Southern Miss on Feb. 14, ULM on Feb. 18, and a repeat battle against South Alabama on Feb. 21. The road journey is briefly paused for a mystery matchup at home as the MAC-SBC Challenge takes center stage on Feb. 7.
Finishing Strong
The regular season draws to a close amidst a fervent atmosphere at Trojan Arena, with Troy squaring off against Louisiana on Feb. 24 and ULM on Feb. 27. As the calendar turns to March, hopes and strategies converge with the 2026 Sun Belt Basketball Championship taking place at the Bay Center in Pensacola, Fla., from March 3–9, marking its sixth consecutive year in this prestigious setting.
Whether you’re a die-hard Trojan fan or new to the Sun Belt scene, this season’s schedule promises unrivaled excitement, with every game offering a new chapter in Troy’s illustrious sports saga.
