DRAKE BULLDOGS MEN'S BASKETBALL

Missouri Valley ConferenceD1-FCSwinter

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Competing from the Sanford Pentagon in Des Moines, Drake University's 13-player roster has navigated a challenging 2024-25 season with a 12-16 overall record while averaging 76.8 points per game in Missouri Valley Conference play. The Bulldogs' home performance tells a more encouraging story at 8-10, compared to their 4-6 road record, suggesting the Sanford Pentagon provides meaningful competitive advantage. Coach Eric Henderson directs a program at the 143-year-old institution, which enrolls 4,774 students and competes within the FCS classification structure.

Drake's conference record of 5-9 reflects tight margins throughout MVC contests, with the team's 76.8 scoring average nearly matching opponent output at 75.5 points per game. This statistical proximity indicates games decided by defensive execution and late-game possessions rather than talent gaps. Henderson's squad has demonstrated resilience despite the difficult ledger, maintaining competitive presence in a conference known for defensive intensity and balanced scoring requirements.

KEY FACTS

SchoolDrake University
SportMen's Basketball
ConferenceMissouri Valley Conference
DivisionD1-FCS
LocationDes Moines, Iowa
VenueSanford Pentagon
Head CoachEric Henderson

ROSTER (2025-26)

#NamePos
21Andrew AliaG
0Braden AppelhansG
20Bryson BahlG
32Heri BukingaF
24Isaiah CarrF
7Wilguens Jr. ExacteF
8Okku FederikoF
2Griffen GoodbaryF
1Owen LarsonG
3Jalen QuinnG
11LJ RushG
10Eli ShetlarG
22Jaehshon ThomasG

SEASON RECORD

14-20

Overall

8-12

Home

6-8

Away

6-11

Conference

75.1 PPG / 74.8 Opp PPG

SCHEDULE (2025-26)

DateOpponentResult
Nov 3Northern Arizona LumberjacksW 77-71
Nov 7Robert Morris ColonialsL 79-81
Nov 11Simpson College (IA) StormW 89-51
Nov 15SIU Edwardsville CougarsL 59-61
Nov 18Charleston CougarsW 71-62
Nov 22Buena Vista BeaversW 98-52
Nov 29LSU TigersL 62-71
Nov 29Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsW 84-74
Dec 3Western Illinois LeathernecksW 108-57
Dec 6UAB BlazersL 69-74
Dec 13North Dakota State BisonL 94-99
Dec 19Murray State RacersL 72-81
Dec 21Evansville Purple AcesW 66-65
Dec 30Illinois State RedbirdsL 56-73
Jan 4Indiana State SycamoresW 74-72
Jan 8Bradley BravesL 66-93
Jan 10Belmont BruinsL 76-78
Jan 15Southern Illinois SalukisW 76-73
Jan 17UIC FlamesL 67-74
Jan 22Murray State RacersW 101-90
Jan 24Indiana State SycamoresW 76-62
Jan 29Evansville Purple AcesW 82-78
Jan 31Bradley BravesL 73-87
Feb 4Belmont BruinsL 90-103
Feb 7Illinois State RedbirdsL 76-86
Feb 10Valparaiso BeaconsL 76-81
Feb 13UIC FlamesL 70-80
Feb 15Northern Iowa PanthersL 62-86
Feb 19Southern Illinois SalukisL 61-66
Feb 26Valparaiso BeaconsL 71-74
Mar 1Northern Iowa PanthersL 53-75
Mar 5Southern Illinois SalukisW 67-63
Mar 6Belmont BruinsW 100-79
Mar 7UIC FlamesL 51-72

ANALYTICS

+0.2

Pt Diff

L1

Streak

53.5%

SOS

#92

T-Rank

Barthag: 0.7203

#120

107.7

Adj O

#67

99.2

Adj D

Last 5: 2-3Last 10: 2-8Best W Streak: 3Worst L Streak: 9
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What conference does Drake Men's Basketball compete in?
Drake Bulldogs Men's Basketball competes in the Missouri Valley Conference conference at the NCAA D1-FCS level.
Where does Drake play men's basketball home games?
Drake Men's Basketball plays home games at Sanford Pentagon in Des Moines, IA.
Who is the head coach of Drake Men's Basketball?
The head coach of Drake Bulldogs Men's Basketball is Eric Henderson.
When was Drake Men's Basketball program established?
The establishment date for Drake Men's Basketball is not currently available.