Old Dominion just sealed their final roster spot with a massive international coup: 7-foot Italian forward Lucio Martini, fresh off a strong Serie B season and still with two years of eligibility. Coach Mike Jones is buzzing—calling Martini’s basketball IQ elite and his feel for the game unmatched. With steady stats, European tournament experience, and a versatile skill set, Martini slots perfectly into the Monarchs’ lineup, making them look like a serious contender heading into the new season.

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Hoops fans, grab your seats—Old Dominion Athletics just launched season ticket sales for the 2026-27 basketball season! Men’s tickets start at $247, women’s at $212, with discounts for alumni, military, and faculty. Renewals are live online or by mail, and help is available via phone or email. Men open at home Nov 2 vs. Western Michigan; women hit the road Nov 2, then host Virginia Nov 15. Rivalry showdowns with James Madison are set for Feb 17 (men) and Jan 20 (women). Don’t miss the action—tickets go fast!

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Old Dominion’s 2026-27 men’s basketball season kicks off with a road-heavy Sun Belt slate, featuring key matchups against Marshall, South Alabama, and Louisiana Tech — all critical for playoff seeding. Coach Mike Jones is ready for the grind in his third year, emphasizing the conference’s competitiveness. The regular season wraps up with the conference tournament in Pensacola, March 2-8, while fans can snag season tickets including an exhibition against VCU. It’s shaping up to be a high-stakes, high-energy campaign for the Monarchs.

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Old Dominion men’s basketball just unveiled a stacked non-conference slate for 2026-27, featuring 14 games—with 8 at home—against a mix of top-tier opponents from different leagues. Coach Mike Jones is thrilled, praising the schedule’s balance of home-court advantage, rivalry renewals, and strategic travel. The season opens with a home showdown against Western Michigan, followed by Regent, Bucknell, and crosstown clashes with Norfolk State. The Monarchs also face Longwood, Virginia, Hampton, and Virginia Tech in December, then host Drexel and Richmond for a key homestand. They’ll travel to George Mason again and close out the year with home games against The Apprentice School and Charleston Southern. The MAC-Sun Belt Challenge’s second round, set for Feb. 6, will feature a MAC opponent to be announced in January. Season tickets for both men’s and women’s teams—including the VCU exhibition—are going on sale soon. This demanding, well-structured schedule is designed to build momentum and prep for conference play.

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Old Dominion men’s basketball hits the court Saturday, October 17th at Chartway Arena for a high-stakes exhibition showdown against in-state rivals VCU — a perfect pre-season test for Coach Mike Jones’ squad as they navigate a roster reshuffle with six returning players, seven transfers, and fresh rookies. VCU, fresh off a strong season that included an NCAA tournament win, brings championship-caliber grit to the matchup, adding extra spice to a historic rivalry dating back to the 1968-69 season. With both teams hungry to sharpen their edges before conference play, this game is more than just exhibition — it’s a statement. Season tickets for both men’s and women’s teams go on sale soon — don’t miss your chance to be there.

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