Cincinnati Bearcats drop a brutal 2026-27 schedule designed to test them early — facing powerhouses like Minnesota, Clemson, and Xavier before even stepping into the Big Twelve. New coach Jerrod Calhoun, a proud alum, is pushing for NCAA Tournament returns with a fresh roster and high expectations. This non-conference gauntlet is meant to build grit and momentum ahead of one of college basketball’s toughest conferences. Can they rise to the challenge and prove they belong?

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The Cincinnati Bearcats are diving headfirst into the Big 12 with an electrifying 18-game schedule starting January 2nd at home against Texas Tech. After a quick road swing to BYU and Utah, they’ll alternate home and away clashes with TCU, West Virginia, Kansas, and Colorado. The action ramps up in late January with back-to-back home games against Arizona State and Arizona, followed by road battles with Oklahoma State and Baylor. More home dates come against Kansas State and West Virginia before closing out the regular season on the road against Kansas State on March 6th — but not before hosting Houston on March 2nd. The Big 12 Tournament kicks off March 9th in Kansas City. Grab your tickets now — this is going to be a wild ride.

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Cincinnati hoops is heating up—three exhibition games coming your way: Ohio State (Oct 7, 3 p.m. at Lindner), Illinois (Oct 17 at Fifth Third Arena), and Oakland (Oct 27 at home). Tickets vary: Ohio State’s are live on Ticketmaster now; Illinois’ are reserved for season holders Sept 9–16, with leftovers hitting the public Sept 23; Oakland? Season folks get free access by Oct 1, with public sales also Sept 23. Mark your calendar—early season action starts soon.

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