#24 Men's Basketball Releases Schedule

October 21, 2025

For the 1st time in program histroy, Palm Beach State College Men's Basketball team enters the 2025-2026 ranked #24 in the Preseason NJCAA DII Men's Basketball Rankings. The Panthers are ready to take the court with a blend of tough conference matchups, regional showdowns, and competitive national contests.

Highlights at a Glance:

The Opening Weekend kicks off on October 31 at home, with matches against (RV) Fayetteville Tech and (22) Kansas City Kansas. Region 8 member Florida State College at Jacksonville is the 4th team in this classic.
Key national battles begin November:
- November 14–15: Versus Marion Military and Chattahoochee Valley in Jacksonville, FL.
- Road Trips: The Panthers hit the road from November 14-December 18. Trips to Jacksonville, FL, Kansas (Neosho County and Fort Scott), Arizona (Scottsdale and Phoenix), Miami Dade, Tampa (Hillsborough and St. Petersburg) and Washington (Olympic, Highline, Tacoma) will challenge the Panthers.
- January beings with 4 straight home games before conference play begins. Montcalm, Wayne County, Roxbury, and Atlantis all make trips to Lake Worth, FL after the new year.

Conference Play:

The Panthers take on Florida State College at Jacksonville, Florida Gateway College, and Pasco-Hernando State College three times to determine seeding for the FCSAA/Region 8 DII Basketball Tournament.

Why This Schedule Matters:

Challenging Competition: Facing schools like Kansas City Kansas, Fayetteville Tech, Chattahoochee Valley, Scottsdale, and Wayne County provide the Panthers with oppponents in different regions.
Regional Rivalries: Matches against Florida-based programs ensure strong regional interest and fan support throughout the season.
Every Match Counts: This schedule strikes a balance of tough neutral-site tournaments, critical home battles, and strategic away games that build momentum toward postseason play.

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