“Secret” scrimmages in college basketball are common, and BYU will play one versus Stanford later this month. Sources tell me that BYU will play Stanford in a scrimmage October 28 in Provo. Last year, BYU played the Cardinal in Santa Cruz, California.
NCAA rules allow preseason “secret” scrimmages between Division One teams, but they must be closed to the public and the two participating schools are not allowed to publicize them, meaning no fans or media will be allowed. Teams are allowed up to two preseason exhibitions/scrimmages. BYU will play Life Pacific November 1 for an exhibition, and the Stanford scrimmage will be BYU’s second game they are allowed.