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 to compete—they’re aiming to dominate both at home and on the road, with a schedule that tests their mettle against some of the toughest teams in the region. And this is the part most people miss: the strategic balance of conference games, non-conference challenges, and neutral-site battles that could make or break their season.
The journey begins 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 measure themselves against elite competition. From there, they dive into the Hawks Classic in Montgomery, Alabama, facing LaGrange College (Nov. 14) and Huntingdon College (Nov. 15). These early matchups will set the tone for the season, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.
Returning to Jackson, the Majors kick off their home schedule with a showdown against Belhaven University on November 18. The Hangar Dome will be buzzing as they host MUW (Nov. 21) and Austin College (Nov. 24) before hitting the road for a four-game stretch. Here’s where it gets controversial: can the Majors maintain their momentum away from home? They’ll face the University of the Ozarks (Nov. 30), Belhaven (Dec. 2), Austin College (Dec. 17), and LeTourneau University (Dec. 18) in a test of their resilience.
Just before the New Year, the Majors return to the Hangar Dome for a trio of games, including a rematch with Huntingdon College (Dec. 28) and the University of the Ozarks (Dec. 30). Huntingdon and Ozarks will also face off on December 29, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the schedule.
As 2026 begins, the Majors open Southern Athletic Association (SAA) play against Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, on January 3. The conference slate heats up with matchups against Centre College (Jan. 9) in Danville, Kentucky, and Sewanee (Jan. 11) in Tennessee. But here’s the real question: how will the Majors fare against conference newcomers Southwestern University (Jan. 16) and Trinity University (Jan. 18) in back-to-back home games? These contests could be pivotal in the race for the SAA title.
The Hangar Dome will host more thrilling matchups as Berry College (Jan. 23) and Oglethorpe University (Jan. 25) visit Jackson. Then, the Majors hit the road again for a four-game trip, starting in Georgia against Berry (Jan. 30) and Oglethorpe (Feb. 1). After that, they head to Texas to face Southwestern (Feb. 6) and Trinity (Feb. 8). Is this road trip a blessing or a curse? Only time will tell.
The regular season wraps up at home with games against 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 in the league will qualify, and the Majors are determined to be among them.
So, what do you think? Can the Majors rise to the challenge and make a run for the championship? Or will the tough schedule prove too much to handle? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on this exciting season ahead!
