Lorman, Miss. - A new calendar year brings fresh opportunities and important tests for Alcorn State Athletics as the Braves and Lady Braves prepare for a pivotal stretch of competition to open 2026.
The Alcorn State men's basketball team will close out non conference play on the road this week, traveling to Oxford to face the Ole Miss Rebels. The matchup provides a final tune-up before league action begins, as the Braves continue to build momentum and sharpen execution against a quality Southeastern Conference opponent.
Thursday also marks the first day of 2026, ushering in a new year across The Reservation and beyond. Alcorn State Athletics celebrates the start of the year with optimism, pride, and a continued commitment to excellence in competition, the classroom, and the community.
Conference play officially begins Saturday as both the Braves and Lady Braves open Southwestern Athletic Conference action on the road at the Jackson State Tigers. The doubleheader in Jackson renews one of the league's most storied rivalries and sets the tone for the SWAC season, with early positioning and momentum on the line for both programs.
With non conference action wrapping up, a new year underway, and conference play on the horizon, the week ahead signals an important transition point for Alcorn State Athletics as the Braves and Lady Braves turn their full focus to SWAC competition.
Happy New Year from Alcorn State Athletics!
Season tickets for the 2026 Basketball Season are officially on sale at
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This Week in Alcorn State Athletics
Monday, December 29
Men's Basketball | at Ole Miss – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Oxford, MS
Wednesday, December 31
New Year's Eve!
Thursday, January 1
New Year's Day!
Saturday, January 3
Women's Basketball | at Jackson State – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Jackson, MS
Men's Basketball | at Jackson State – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Jackson, MS
Home Games in
Bold; *Denotes conference games; all times are central.
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