https://bamastatesports.com/rss.aspx?path=mbballLatest news items for Alabama State University Athleticsen-us60https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/21/mens-basketball-bama-states-mike-scott-among-most-impactful-influential-mid-major-assistant-coaches.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/21/mens-basketball-bama-states-mike-scott-among-most-impactful-influential-mid-major-assistant-coaches.aspxMen's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Alabama State University's Men's Basketball Coach Mike Scott is listed on the 8th annual Most Impactful/Influential Mid-Major Coaches list. The list has seen numerous coaches go on to become Division 1 head coaches. See the full list HERE!]]>Mike ScottWed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 CST518241https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/7/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-picked-seventh-in-swac-preseason-poll.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/7/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-picked-seventh-in-swac-preseason-poll.aspxMen's Basketball

The Alabama State University men's basketball team was voted the seventh-best team in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Preseason Poll, as voted on by the league's coaches and sports information directors and announced Wednesday afternoon.]]>MBB-WBB SWAC Preseason RankingWed, 7 Oct 2026 11:05:00 CST518224https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/6/mens-basketball-reigning-mens-basketball-swac-newcomer-of-the-year-james-arrives-at-asu-with-conference-honors.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/10/6/mens-basketball-reigning-mens-basketball-swac-newcomer-of-the-year-james-arrives-at-asu-with-conference-honors.aspxMen's Basketball

Senior transfer guard Mike James of the Alabama State University men's basketball team was named a Preseason First Team All-Conference honoree by the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), as voted on by the league's coaches and sports information directors, and announced Tuesday evening.]]>SWAC Preseason Player Awards 100526Tue, 6 Oct 2026 17:00:00 CST518222https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/9/21/mens-basketball-hornet-nation-the-countdown-is-officially-on-tickets-on-sale-for-the-2026-hornet-basketball-tip-off-dinner.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/9/21/mens-basketball-hornet-nation-the-countdown-is-officially-on-tickets-on-sale-for-the-2026-hornet-basketball-tip-off-dinner.aspxMen's Basketball, Women's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Hornet Nation, the Countdown Is Officially On! The passion, the pride, and the power of Alabama State Basketball converge for one electrifying night that will set the tone for an unforgettable season! Join us on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the John Garrick Hardy Student Center on the campus of Alabama State University as we officially tip off the 2026-27 Men's and Women's Basketball seasons.]]>2026 Basketball Tip Off DinnerMon, 21 Sep 2026 16:17:00 CST518204https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/7/6/wright-finalizes-alabama-state-mens-basketball-coaching-staff.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/7/6/wright-finalizes-alabama-state-mens-basketball-coaching-staff.aspxMen's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama State University head men's basketball coach Chris Wright has finalized his inaugural coaching staff for the 2026-27 season.]]>2026-27 New MBB CoachesMon, 6 Jul 2026 11:17:00 CST518144https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/4/13/mens-basketball-alabama-state-to-introduce-head-mens-basketball-coach-chris-wright-on-tuesday.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/4/13/mens-basketball-alabama-state-to-introduce-head-mens-basketball-coach-chris-wright-on-tuesday.aspxMen's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Alabama State University will hold an introductory press conference for new head men's basketball coach Chris Wright on Tuesday at 1 p.m. The press conference will take place in the Stadium Club Lounge at ASU Stadium.]]>Chris Wright Introductory Presser GraphicMon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 CST518047https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/4/10/mens-basketball-alabama-state-university-names-chris-wright-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/4/10/mens-basketball-alabama-state-university-names-chris-wright-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxMen's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Alabama State University Athletics proudly announces the hiring of Chris Wright as the new Head Coach of the Hornets Men's Basketball program. One of the most accomplished and respected coaches in the country, Wright brings a 332–121 career record, a history of transformational success, and a championship-driven approach to Bama State.]]>Chris Wrigtht 2Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:59:00 CST518038https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/23/mens-basketball-alabama-state-begins-search-for-next-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/23/mens-basketball-alabama-state-begins-search-for-next-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxGeneral, Men's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Alabama State has begun its search for the next head men's basketball coach for the university this week. All interested parties should submit their resumes and cover letters to mbbsearch@alasu.edu.]]>AcadomeMon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 CST515696https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/29/madlock-steps-down-as-bama-state-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/29/madlock-steps-down-as-bama-state-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxMen's Basketball

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | After four years as head coach of Alabama State University men's basketball, Tony Madlock announced he is stepping down from his position on Sunday.]]>SWAC CHAMPSSun, 29 Mar 2026 13:30:00 CST518013https://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/9/mens-basketball-alabama-state-falls-77-65-to-alcorn-state.aspxhttps://bamastatesports.com/news/2026/3/9/mens-basketball-alabama-state-falls-77-65-to-alcorn-state.aspxMen's Basketball

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. | The Alabama State men's basketball team placed three players in double figures only to fall 77-65 to Alcorn State University in the opening round of the SWAC Men's Basketball Tournament at the the Gateway Center Arena at College Park on Monday.]]>Alabama State University, ASU MBB vs Alcorn State, March 9, 2026Mon, 9 Mar 2026 15:40:00 CST517976