CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference (MAC) and Sun Belt Conference (SBC) have announced an extension of their MAC-SBC Challenge in men's and women's basketball, extending the series through the 2026-27 season.
The Challenge will see the 13 basketball teams from each conference face off twice per season beginning with the 2025-26 season when UMass joins the MAC. Every matchup will be broadcast on an ESPN network.
"The MAC-SBC Challenge series presents an excellent opportunity to compete against opponents with comparable strengths and to secure additional home games," said MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher. "This initiative aligns with our tailored scheduling approach, and we enjoy this collaborative effort with the Sun Belt Conference.