DAVIDSON WILDCATS MEN'S BASKETBALL
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Matt McKillop's Davidson squad has navigated a competitive Atlantic 10 Conference schedule with a 15-10 record that reflects balanced performance across venues—winning 9 of 11 home games at John M. Belk Arena while posting an impressive 6-3 away record. The Wildcats score 73.9 points per game while holding opponents to 68.7, a +5.2 scoring margin that showcases defensive discipline in a conference known for offensive firepower. With a 6-5 conference mark, Davidson remains positioned for postseason consideration despite the mid-season volatility common to Atlantic 10 play.
Founded in 1837, Davidson College fields a compact 16-player roster that emphasizes depth and execution over star power. The program's strength on the road—winning 67 percent of away games—suggests McKillop has built a team capable of winning in hostile environments, a crucial trait for Atlantic 10 competition where venues like George Mason's EagleBank Arena and Richmond's Robins Center present difficult matchups. As the season progresses, the Wildcats' ability to maintain their defensive identity while generating consistent scoring will determine whether this balanced record translates into tournament positioning.
KEY FACTS
| School | Davidson College |
| Sport | Men's Basketball |
| Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Division | D1-FCS |
| Location | Davidson, North Carolina |
| Venue | John M. Belk Arena |
| Head Coach | Matt McKillop |
ROSTER (2025-26)
| # | Name | Pos |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Hunter Adam | G |
| 45 | Roberts Blums | G |
| 6 | Devin Brown | G |
| 11 | Sam Brown | G |
| 3 | Nick Coval | G |
| 5 | Parker Friedrichsen | G |
| 7 | RJ Greer | G |
| 8 | Joe Hurlburt | G |
| 0 | Manie Joses | F |
| 14 | Phillip Kavu | G |
| 15 | Sean Logan | F |
| 51 | Brock Matheny | G |
| 50 | John Nowland | F |
| 16 | Ian Platteeuw | G |
| 24 | JaQualon Roberts | F |
| 4 | Josh Scovens | G |
SEASON RECORD
20-13
Overall
12-8
Home
8-5
Away
11-8
Conference
71.7 PPG / 67.4 Opp PPG
SCHEDULE (2025-26)
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4 | DeSales Bulldogs | W 97-63 |
| Nov 8 | Washington State Cougars | W 85-69 |
| Nov 12 | Charlotte 49ers | W 62-55 |
| Nov 15 | Bowling Green Falcons | W 91-87 |
| Nov 21 | Boston College Eagles | W 59-49 |
| Nov 24 | Utah State Aggies | L 60-94 |
| Nov 28 | North Carolina A&T Aggies | W 90-74 |
| Dec 5 | The Citadel Bulldogs | W 79-63 |
| Dec 7 | Saint Mary's Gaels | L 61-70 |
| Dec 13 | Mercyhurst Lakers | W 80-47 |
| Dec 19 | Temple Owls | L 63-68 |
| Dec 23 | Kansas Jayhawks | L 61-90 |
| Dec 31 | Duquesne Dukes | L 83-89 |
| Jan 3 | Saint Joseph's Hawks | W 62-56 |
| Jan 8 | Loyola Chicago Ramblers | W 79-64 |
| Jan 10 | Rhode Island Rams | L 45-70 |
| Jan 15 | George Washington Revolutionaries | W 84-79 |
| Jan 22 | Fordham Rams | W 68-63 |
| Jan 24 | VCU Rams | L 69-75 |
| Jan 29 | George Mason Patriots | L 52-60 |
| Jan 31 | Richmond Spiders | W 79-54 |
| Feb 4 | Saint Louis Billikens | L 82-91 |
| Feb 6 | Loyola Chicago Ramblers | W 84-64 |
| Feb 10 | Mid-Atlantic Christian Mustangs | W 114-53 |
| Feb 15 | Dayton Flyers | L 59-70 |
| Feb 19 | Richmond Spiders | W 65-63 |
| Feb 21 | Fordham Rams | L 59-63 |
| Feb 26 | Duquesne Dukes | W 67-56 |
| Mar 1 | La Salle Explorers | W 71-64 |
| Mar 5 | Saint Joseph's Hawks | L 67-70 |
| Mar 7 | St. Bonaventure Bonnies | W 68-63 |
| Mar 12 | Loyola Chicago Ramblers | W 64-59 |
| Mar 13 | Saint Joseph's Hawks | L 58-70 |
ANALYTICS
+4.3
Pt Diff
L1
Streak
53.4%
SOS
#129
T-Rank
Barthag: 0.5801
107.6
Adj O
104.6
Adj D
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North Carolina Men's Basketball ProgramsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What conference does Davidson Men's Basketball compete in?
- Davidson Wildcats Men's Basketball competes in the Atlantic 10 Conference conference at the NCAA D1-FCS level.
- Where does Davidson play men's basketball home games?
- Davidson Men's Basketball plays home games at John M. Belk Arena in Davidson, NC.
- Who is the head coach of Davidson Men's Basketball?
- The head coach of Davidson Wildcats Men's Basketball is Matt McKillop.
- When was Davidson Men's Basketball program established?
- The establishment date for Davidson Men's Basketball is not currently available.