Augusta Men’s Basketball announces Season Opener, Highlights Freshman Potential
Lakeland, FL – October 7, 2025 – The Augusta University men’s basketball team is preparing for its 2025-26 season, set to begin November 1-2 at the Small College Hall of Fame Classic in Lakeland, Florida. The Jaguars will face Washburn University and Lubbock Christian University during the two-day tournament.
The upcoming season marks a pivotal moment for the program as it integrates a promising freshman class, with coach Dip Metress specifically pointing to charlie McBeath as a player poised for immediate impact. This season opener is the first step in a campaign to build on recent successes and establish a stronger presence in collegiate basketball.fans and the Augusta University community are keenly anticipating the team’s performance and the progress of its young talent.
“He’s got a great work ethic, a very good player. He has a desire to be good, so we’re counting on him,” Metress stated, emphasizing McBeath’s dedication and potential. “He’s shown the ability to separate himself from our freshmen class that is going to play.”
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