TAMPA, Fla., October 31, 2025 – As the Bulls prepare for the 2025–26 South Florida Men's Basketball season under head coach
Bryan Hodgson, USF Athletics has announced the themes for the home men's basketball schedule at the Yuengling Center.
2025–26 MBB Theme Games
Monday, Nov. 3 vs. FAMU • 8:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN+
Athlete for Athlete
The Bulls open the season against FAMU as the
Bryan Hodgson era begins. This game is an Athlete for Athlete game, so watch as Bulls Athletes from all teams come and show their support
Thursday, Dec. 4 vs. Utah State • 7:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN+
Theme: White Out
The Bulls will fill up the Yuengling Center for a "White Out" as they face Utah State. Fans are encouraged to wear white to create an electric atmosphere for one of the first games of the season. The game's presenting sponsor is Hale Law and will be aired on ESPN+
Sunday, Dec. 21 vs. UMBC • 3:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN+
Theme: Holiday Celebration
USF celebrates the holiday spirit at the Yuengling Center with a festive afternoon of basketball as the Bulls take on UMBC. USF will be collecting donations for Coaching Love.
Sunday, Jan. 4 vs. UAB • 1:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN2/U
Theme: Family Sunday Fun Day
Families are invited to enjoy USF for the game and interactive activities that offer experiences for fans of all ages.
Sunday, Jan. 18 vs. Wichita State • 2:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN2/U
Theme: Alumni Game + Mystery Promotion
USF welcomes back former Bulls to the Yuengling Center for Alumni Game Day, celebrating past players and honoring the program's proud history. Fans can also look forward to a special
Mystery Promotion that will be revealed soon. The game's presenting sponsor is TGH.
Sunday, Jan. 25 vs. Florida Atlantic • 1:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN2
Theme: Coaches vs. Cancer + Slime Out
USF will join the national Coaches vs. Cancer initiative, with proceeds and awareness efforts supporting cancer research. Fans are encouraged to participate in a "Slime" color-out to show support for this meaningful cause. The game's presenting sponsor is Moffit Cancer Center.
Wednesday, Feb. 4 vs. UTSA • 7:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN+
Theme: Student Appreciation + Arthur Jones Night
A night dedicated to USF students, featuring giveaways, student section recognition, and a special tribute to Bulls legend
Arthur Jones for his lasting contributions to the program.
Sunday, Feb. 8 vs. Tulsa • 12:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPNU
Theme: Salute to Service
A Bulls tradition continues as USF honors the courage and commitment of those who serve the nation and the Tampa Bay community, featuring special recognitions for military members and first responders throughout the day. The game's presenting sponsor is Integrity Express Logistics.
Thursday, Feb. 19 vs. Memphis • 7:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN2
Theme: Throwback Thursday Black Out + Athlete for Athlete
Fans can relive Bulls basketball history with a "Throwback Thursday" celebration with retro branding, music, and the Bulls' black alternate uniforms. This game is also an Athlete for Athlete game, so watch as athletes from all South Florida teams come and show their support. The game's presenting sponsor is Lifelink.
Sunday, Mar. 8 vs. Charlotte • 2:00 p.m. tipoff • ESPN+
Theme: Senior Night
The Bulls will close the home schedule by celebrating their senior class and recognizing their effort and contributions to the program in a ceremony. The game's presenting sponsor is Florida Blue.
Tickets:
Men's basketball single-game and season tickets can be purchased by calling 1-800-Go-Bulls or by visiting USFBullsTix.com.
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About USF Men's Basketball
South Florida men's basketball named Bryan Hodgson, 37, as the program's 12th head coach on March 24, 2025. Hodgson came to Tampa from Arkansas State, where he led the program to back-to-back 20-win seasons and its first postseason appearance since 1999 in his two seasons at the helm.
The program, entering its 55th season in 2025-26, most recently won the American Athletic Conference regular season championship in 2023-24 and has made 13 postseason appearances, including three NCAA Tournaments, nine NITs, and a CBI championship in 2019. Three former Bulls – Chucky Atkins, Charlie Bradley, and Rodenko Dobras – have had their jerseys retired and are members of the USF Athletic Hall of Fame. The Bulls play their home games at the 10,400-seat Yuengling Center on the USF Tampa campus.
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