Asheville -- February 3, 2026: Asheville basketball heated up in January 2026, with local teams showcasing emerging talent. This preview focuses on the basketball scene in Western North Carolina.
UNC Asheville January Results
UNC Asheville's men's basketball team had a mixed performance in January 2026. Highlights and setbacks from the month include:
Home Victory: Won against Longwood University 72-61 on January 7.
Road Dominance: Secured a 91-72 victory at Radford University on January 10.
Close Loss: Faced a narrow 71-70 defeat at Presbyterian College on January 14.
Home Struggle: Lost 69-67 against Winthrop University on January 17.
Road Win: Won 83-69 at USC Upstate on January 21.
Home Dominance: Defeated Gardner-Webb University 69-50 on January 29.
Road Finale: Lost 84-71 at Winthrop University on January 31.
As of early February 2026, the team holds an overall record of 10-13.
Looking Ahead
The UNC Asheville Bulldogs compete in the Big South Conference, playing their home games at Kimmel Arena in Asheville, NC. For those interested in catching the Bulldogs in action, upcoming games in February include:
February 4: vs. USC Upstate (Home at Kimmel Arena)
February 12: at Longwood University (Away at Joan Perry Brock Center)
February 14: vs. Presbyterian College (Home at Kimmel Arena)
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