The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Tuesday, October 27
Oxford, Miss.
7:30 p.m.
UAB
at
Ole Miss (Exh.)
Photo by: JAMES WILSON
10/26/2026 1:18:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM – The UAB men's basketball team is set to take on Ole Miss in an exhibition matchup on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m.
A series dating back to 1978, this will be the sixth game and first exhibition matchup between the Blazers and the Rebels. UAB returns to Oxford for the first time since Dec. 7, 1982.
Head coach Andy Kennedy returns to Ole Miss after leading the Rebels from 2006-2018. Kennedy is the all-time winningest head coach in Ole Miss men's basketball history with 245 wins. He led the Rebels to a 2013 SEC Tournament Championship and two NCAA Tournament appearances in 2013 and 2015.
Kennedy won SEC Coach of the Year honors twice during his tenure (2007 and 2013). Kennedy also captured two SEC West Division titles and led the Rebels to eight postseason appearances, and 11 postseason wins during his time in Oxford. He coached the first game in the SJB Pavilion on Jan. 7, 2016 with the Rebels earning a victory over Alabama.
He coached 16 players who earned All-SEC honors as the head coach of the Rebels. In 12 seasons at Ole Miss, Kennedy guided the Rebels to 20 or more wins nine times.
Tuesday is UAB's second exhibition game before officially opening the season on Nov. 2 at the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon. The Blazers home opener is set for Friday, Nov. 6 against Nicholls.
Kennedy and Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard will take part in a special conversation on Monday, Oct. 26, from 6-7 p.m. at Funkys Pizza & Daiquiri Bar on the Oxford Square. The discussion will be facilitated by the Ole Miss Radio Network's Gary Darby and Murphy Holloway. The event is open to the public to attend.
Gameday Information
Tipoff: Tuesday, Oct. 27 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: SJB Pavilion – Oxford, Miss.
Free Admission
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Exhibition game will not be streamed
2026-27 MEN'S BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Season tickets for the 2026-27 UAB men's basketball season are on sale now. Season ticket packages include all regular season home games at the newly renovated Bartow Arena and provide the best value. For more information, click here or contact the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-8221. Fans can also request to receive additional information by clicking here.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS AND GROUP PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Single game tickets for the 2026-27 UAB men's basketball season are available now. Individual and corporate groups can also plan a memorable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets.
SPORT GIFT ACCOUNTS
Sport gift accounts play an integral role in our department mission to Win Championships, Graduate with Honors, and Impact the Community. Your generosity has a direct impact on operational support to our teams in resourcing areas like recruiting, nutrition, player development, and technology. Click here or connect with Blazer Boosters on how you can continue to fuel success and help UAB Athletics create a competitive edge in the American Conference.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_MBB on X and Instagram.
A series dating back to 1978, this will be the sixth game and first exhibition matchup between the Blazers and the Rebels. UAB returns to Oxford for the first time since Dec. 7, 1982.
Head coach Andy Kennedy returns to Ole Miss after leading the Rebels from 2006-2018. Kennedy is the all-time winningest head coach in Ole Miss men's basketball history with 245 wins. He led the Rebels to a 2013 SEC Tournament Championship and two NCAA Tournament appearances in 2013 and 2015.
Kennedy won SEC Coach of the Year honors twice during his tenure (2007 and 2013). Kennedy also captured two SEC West Division titles and led the Rebels to eight postseason appearances, and 11 postseason wins during his time in Oxford. He coached the first game in the SJB Pavilion on Jan. 7, 2016 with the Rebels earning a victory over Alabama.
He coached 16 players who earned All-SEC honors as the head coach of the Rebels. In 12 seasons at Ole Miss, Kennedy guided the Rebels to 20 or more wins nine times.
Tuesday is UAB's second exhibition game before officially opening the season on Nov. 2 at the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon. The Blazers home opener is set for Friday, Nov. 6 against Nicholls.
Kennedy and Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard will take part in a special conversation on Monday, Oct. 26, from 6-7 p.m. at Funkys Pizza & Daiquiri Bar on the Oxford Square. The discussion will be facilitated by the Ole Miss Radio Network's Gary Darby and Murphy Holloway. The event is open to the public to attend.
Gameday Information
Tipoff: Tuesday, Oct. 27 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: SJB Pavilion – Oxford, Miss.
Free Admission
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Exhibition game will not be streamed
2026-27 MEN'S BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Season tickets for the 2026-27 UAB men's basketball season are on sale now. Season ticket packages include all regular season home games at the newly renovated Bartow Arena and provide the best value. For more information, click here or contact the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-8221. Fans can also request to receive additional information by clicking here.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS AND GROUP PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Single game tickets for the 2026-27 UAB men's basketball season are available now. Individual and corporate groups can also plan a memorable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets.
SPORT GIFT ACCOUNTS
Sport gift accounts play an integral role in our department mission to Win Championships, Graduate with Honors, and Impact the Community. Your generosity has a direct impact on operational support to our teams in resourcing areas like recruiting, nutrition, player development, and technology. Click here or connect with Blazer Boosters on how you can continue to fuel success and help UAB Athletics create a competitive edge in the American Conference.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_MBB on X and Instagram.
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