Bears Announce Complete Non-Conference Basketball Schedule
The University of California, Berkeley Golden Bears have officially announced their complete non-conference basketball schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This exciting lineup features a mix of tough road tests, home matchups against top-tier opponents, and opportunities to develop against formidable competition.
Key Matchups to Watch:
- December 16th, 2023 - vs. #12 Arizona Wildcats: The Bears will face a major test early in the season as they host the Arizona Wildcats, a team that has consistently been a force in the Pac-12 Conference.
- December 22nd, 2023 - vs. #25 Stanford Cardinal: This rivalry game will be a pivotal early-season matchup against another strong Pac-12 team, giving the Bears a chance to showcase their skills in a high-pressure environment.
- December 30th, 2023 - @ #17 UCLA Bruins: The Bears will head on the road to face the UCLA Bruins, a team that has consistently been a powerhouse in college basketball. This game will test the Bears' ability to perform under pressure on the road.
- December 19th, 2023 - vs. #20 San Diego State Aztecs: The Aztecs are a perennial contender in the Mountain West Conference, offering a challenging matchup for the Bears at Haas Pavilion.
Full Non-Conference Schedule:
- November 7th, 2023 - vs. Cal State Northridge Matadors: The Bears will open their season with a home matchup against the Matadors.
- November 10th, 2023 - vs. Cal Poly Mustangs: The Bears will continue their homestand against the Mustangs.
- November 14th, 2023 - vs. Sacramento State Hornets: The Bears will face the Hornets at Haas Pavilion.
- November 18th, 2023 - vs. Portland Pilots: This will be the first road matchup for the Bears.
- November 21st, 2023 - @ Washington State Cougars: The Bears will travel to Pullman for a conference matchup.
- November 25th, 2023 - vs. Cal State Fullerton Titans: The Bears will host the Titans for their final non-conference home game.
- November 28th, 2023 - vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners: The Bears will face the Roadrunners on the road.
- December 1st, 2023 - vs. Santa Clara Broncos: The Bears will face the Broncos at Haas Pavilion.
- December 5th, 2023 - vs. Pepperdine Waves: The Bears will face the Waves in a home matchup.
- December 8th, 2023 - @ Utah Utes: The Bears will head to Salt Lake City for a tough conference road matchup.
- December 12th, 2023 - @ Colorado Buffaloes: The Bears will travel to Boulder to face the Buffaloes.
- December 16th, 2023 - vs. #12 Arizona Wildcats: This will be the first of three matchups against top-25 ranked opponents.
- December 19th, 2023 - vs. #20 San Diego State Aztecs: The Bears will face the Aztecs at Haas Pavilion.
- December 22nd, 2023 - vs. #25 Stanford Cardinal: This will be the second of three matchups against top-25 ranked opponents.
- December 29th, 2023 - vs. #13 USC Trojans: The Bears will face the Trojans in a home matchup.
- December 30th, 2023 - @ #17 UCLA Bruins: This will be the third of three matchups against top-25 ranked opponents.
The Bears are poised for a challenging but exciting season. This non-conference schedule will provide them with valuable experience and exposure to high-level competition. The opportunity to play against top-ranked teams will be a crucial part of their development and preparation for the rigors of Pac-12 play.
This non-conference slate will provide the Bears with a good gauge of their strengths and weaknesses. It will be a chance to gain valuable experience and momentum before the Pac-12 season begins.
Fans can look forward to an exciting season of Golden Bear basketball. With a mix of tough challenges and opportunities for growth, the Bears are poised for a successful campaign.
