Tarleton State Men’s Basketball just finalized their 16-player roster with the addition of Utah transfer Josh Hayes, setting the stage for a seasoned squad ready to compete in their first United Athletic Conference season. Hayes, who averaged nearly three points and two rebounds for Utah last year, brings size, length, and high basketball IQ — exactly what Coach Eric Haut is looking for. A standout at Northwest Florida State before transferring, Hayes sees Tarleton as the perfect fit to build something special with a culture built on winning. With twelve players aged juniors or older, this team is poised to make waves in their inaugural conference campaign — all while fans can follow every update on Instagram and X.

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Tarleton State is set to make history as the first-ever host of the UAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments in March 2027 at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas — their first Division I conference tournament appearance in their home state. The venue, known for hosting major events since 2009, holds over 7,000 fans and offers a familiar stage for Tarleton, who previously won Lone Star Conference titles there during their Division II days. The new conference brings back old rivals like Abilene Christian and UT Arlington while adding fresh competition. Season tickets are on sale now, with non-conference schedules to be announced soon — follow @tarletonwbb and @tarletonmbb for updates.

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Tarleton State Basketball is launching its new season with unbeatable ticket deals—grab combo passes for both men’s and women’s teams starting at just $50 for women’s or $100 for men’s, with a $125 package for full access. This year, both programs debut in the United Athletic Conference, hosting eight home games each at the EECU Center. New head coach Eric Haut brings NCAA Tournament experience from Utah State, while Bill Brock returns for his fourth season with the women’s team, who posted a 20-win campaign and reached the WAC Tournament Semifinals. Season ticket holders get early access to other EECU Center events, and donors of $1,500+ unlock premium hospitality with free food and drinks. Premium seating like suites and courtside spots are available via the Texan Club.

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Ocypher Owens, Tarleton State’s standout forward, has signed his first pro contract and is headed to Puente Alto in Chile to play in the LNB League — a team with a strong track record and hungry for more success. After a stellar final college season where he started 11 of 12 games and delivered career highs, Owens brings grit, growth, and game-changing energy to the next level. His journey from Indian River State and Le Moyne to Tarleton prepared him for this leap, and he’s thrilled to take on the challenge. Coach Eric Haut praised his talent and character, and Owens credits Tarleton for equipping him for this big step. With Puente Alto aiming high and the season already underway, Owens is ready to shine on the international stage.

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Tarleton State Men’s Basketball is officially launching into a new chapter as they join the United Athletic Conference for the 2026-27 season, bringing together nine teams including Abilene Christian and UT Arlington, plus newcomers Austin Peay and Eastern Kentucky. Led by new head coach Eric Haut, who’s rebuilt the roster with ten transfers and one freshman—11 of 14 players are upperclassmen—the team is poised to compete in a tough new league. The UAC schedule features 16 games against each opponent, mostly on Wednesdays and Saturdays over nine weeks, with two bye weeks. Tarleton opens the season at home against Central Arkansas and Little Rock in early January, then hits the road against Eastern Kentucky and Austin Peay. The regular season ends in March with games against West Georgia and North Alabama, and the top eight teams advance to the conference tournament in mid-March—location TBD.

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Chris Mpaka, Tarleton State’s all-time blocks leader and standout forward, has signed his first pro contract to play in France for Rouen Métropole Basket in the LNB Pro B League. After dominating college basketball with 74 career blocks, 56 games played, and a stellar 50% FG average, Mpaka’s journey from the Republic of the Congo to the hardwood continues — this time on the international stage. His coach Eric Haut hailed him as a bright future, while Rouen, a storied French team with NBA pedigree, welcomes him as the latest U.S. college standout to join their ranks. The season kicks off in just over two months — don’t miss Mpaka’s rise.

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