DeLAND, Fla. — Stetson Basketball has announced its 2026-27 promotional schedule, bringing a season-long lineup of themed games, giveaways, student experiences and community initiatives to Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center.

Across the men's and women's home schedules, Hatter fans will have opportunities to take part in some of the programs' signature events while also experiencing several new promotions throughout the year. From Hatters Supporting Hatters and Hatter Holidays to Kids Club experiences, community recognition nights and the Fight for the Green and White, the calendar is built around creating memorable game days for students, families, alumni and the greater DeLand community.

Fans will also have opportunities to take home a variety of Stetson themed items throughout the season, including schedule posters, T-shirts, replica jerseys, trading card sets, holiday beanies, LED hats and more. Select giveaways will be reserved for Stetson students with a valid university ID, and all giveaway items will be available while supplies last.

Women's Basketball will be the first to take the floor in DeLand, opening its home schedule Monday, Nov. 2 against Flagler with Community Day at 7 p.m. Admission will be free for all fans as the Hatters make their home debut, with schedule posters available at the main entrance, a student food giveaway and postgame autographs with the team adding to the opening-night festivities.

Men's Basketball makes its first appearance at the Edmunds Center two weeks later when Florida Memorial visits Monday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Fans can pick up a men's basketball schedule poster and a green-out T-shirt while supplies last, while postgame autographs, student food, Hatter Rewards promotions and appearances from the Stetson pep band, cheer and dance teams and John B. will round out the home opener.

The women's team returns Nov. 22 against Wright State for Underclassmen Day before turning its attention to one of the first major campus-wide events of the season. Florida A&M visits Dec. 1 for Hatters Supporting Hatters and a Green Out, with the Stetson community encouraged to pack the arena in green. Students will have the opportunity to receive a Stetson bucket hat while supplies last, with double Hatter Rewards points and a student food giveaway also planned for the night.

December begins with a pair of Faith Night events as both programs welcome members of the Stetson and DeLand faith communities to the Edmunds Center. Men's Basketball hosts Trinity College of Jacksonville on Dec. 2, followed by Women's Basketball against Fort Lauderdale on Dec. 7. Local churches, faith organizations, campus groups and FCA will be invited to attend through special ticket opportunities as Stetson Basketball continues to strengthen its connection with groups throughout the community.

The focus then shifts to the holiday season, with four games across three days highlighting Hatter Holidays and a season of giving at the Edmunds Center. Men's Basketball begins the stretch Dec. 19 against Abilene Christian, when fans will be encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy as part of a toy drive benefiting local families. Holiday decorations and music will fill the arena, while a postgame youth shoot-around for Jr. Hatters is also planned.

Women's Basketball continues the celebration the following afternoon against Longwood at 2 p.m. The Dec. 20 matchup will carry the Hatter Holiday Hoops theme, with the toy drive continuing alongside festive arena elements, a postgame youth shoot-around and an ugly sweater-themed beanie giveaway while supplies last.

Both programs return to the floor Dec. 21 for a full day of holiday basketball. Women's Basketball hosts Towson at 11:30 a.m. as Hatter Holiday Hoops continues with festive music, arena decorations and the ongoing toy drive. Men's Basketball follows at 7 p.m. against Tarleton State, with fans encouraged to wear their best ugly sweater for a chance to be featured in the night's video board contest. Holiday-themed music and graphics will continue throughout the evening, with an ugly sweater beanie giveaway.

Women's Basketball will close the calendar year with two additional themed home games. The Hatters welcome Central Arkansas on Dec. 29 for Kids Club Day, when members will have the chance to take part in experiences such as anthem buddy and the player-introduction high-five tunnel. Postgame autographs are also planned, while fans can stop by the marketing table to learn more about Kids Club membership.

Two days later, Stetson will send out 2026 with New Year's Eve Hoops against Little Rock at 2 p.m. The afternoon will look back on the year while looking ahead to 2027, with a New Year's resolution wall, popular songs from throughout 2026 and video board content highlighting memorable moments from the past year. Fans will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite moments through the GoHatters App.

Men's Basketball takes over the New Year celebration Jan. 2 against UT Arlington with New Year at the Edmunds: Youth Hoops Takeover. Youth basketball teams and families will be featured throughout the afternoon, with halftime activities, knockout and shooting contests during game breaks and Kids Club information available in the lobby.

The men's ASUN home opener arrives one week later against FGCU on Jan. 9, bringing another Kids Club Day to the Edmunds Center. Stetson Men's Basketball trading card sets will be available while supplies last, while Kids Club members can take part in experiences including anthem buddy and the player-introduction high-five tunnel for pregame introductions and a postgame autograph session.

As ASUN play settles in, several January dates will put the focus on the Stetson community. Women's Basketball welcomes students back to campus Jan. 14 against West Florida with a Green Out, featuring a student-only replica jersey giveaway while supplies last, student food and double Hatter Rewards points. Students are encouraged to wear green and fill the student section as the Hatters begin the heart of their conference home schedule.

Two days later, the women will welcome former members of the program back to DeLand for Women's Basketball Alumni Day against Queens. Returning alumni will be recognized during the game, with the program also celebrating its former Hatters through social media in the lead-up to the afternoon.

Men's Basketball will bring Hatters Supporting Hatters back to the Edmunds Center on Jan. 21 against Queens, this time pairing the initiative with a Whiteout. Students will have an opportunity to receive a white Stetson Basketball replica jersey while supplies last, while student organizations will also be invited to compete in a halftime challenge for a food gift card for their organization as the campus community comes together behind the Hatters.

Stetson's international community will be in the spotlight two days later when Men's Basketball hosts West Florida for Hatters Around the World: International Night. The Jan. 23 game will celebrate the university's international student population and student-athletes through music, home-country flags, player introductions and a collaboration with the World Center and its ambassadors.

February brings a wide range of community, education and recognition events across both programs, beginning Feb. 2 when Men's Basketball hosts Fort Lauderdale for Faculty and Staff Appreciation. Stetson employees will receive information about ticket opportunities through campus communications, while the evening will include an on-court competitions and recognition of faculty or staff members who have made a meaningful impact on Hatter student-athletes.

Women's Basketball follows two days later with Education Day against Bellarmine on Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. Local elementary and middle school students will be invited to experience a college basketball game at the Edmunds Center, with free admission available for participating students and chaperones. Kid-friendly music, appearances from John B. and postgame interactions will help make the morning a complete game-day experience for visiting schools.

The women remain home Feb. 6 to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day against Lipscomb. Local girls' sports teams will be invited to attend through group-rate opportunities, while Stetson will recognize its women's athletic programs and celebrate women who have helped shape Hatter Athletics. A postgame meet-and-greet and Stetson Women's Basketball trading card set giveaway.

Men's Basketball will recognize Black History Month on Feb. 11 against Bellarmine, honoring Stetson's Black athletic pioneers and alumni while working with campus and community organizations to celebrate their impact and legacy.

Two days later, the men's Feb. 13 matchup against Lipscomb will serve as Salute to Service: Military and First Responder Appreciation. Local veterans, police, sheriff's office personnel, firefighters, EMS members and veteran service organizations will be invited to join the Hatters, with Stetson also planning to partner with Vet Tix to provide ticket opportunities for military members.

Women's Basketball closes its February promotional slate on Feb. 20 against FGCU with Think Pink and Breast Cancer Awareness. The afternoon will feature recognition of cancer survivors, the "We Wear Pink For..." social media campaign and pink-and-white arena elements, while a pink Stetson hair clip giveaway will be available while supplies last.

The final week of the regular-season home schedule will bring both programs together for two of the year's biggest shared dates, beginning Thursday, Feb. 25 with the Fight for the Green and White against Jacksonville.

Women's Basketball tips off at 5 p.m., with Men's Basketball following at 7:30 p.m. as Hatter Nation is encouraged to wear white and help create a whiteout inside the Edmunds Center. White Stetson Basketball T-shirts will be available while supplies last, with student food giveaways and double Hatter Rewards points also planned as both teams take the floor against the Dolphins.

Two days later, the regular-season home schedule comes to a close with a full afternoon of senior celebrations against North Florida. Women's Basketball will hold Senior Night at 2 p.m., followed by Men's Basketball's Senior Day at 3:30 p.m. Both programs will recognize their seniors and families during pregame ceremonies before giving fans an opportunity to celebrate the group one more time with planned postgame autographs and photos.

Students will also have the opportunity to light up the Edmunds Center with Stetson LED hat giveaways during the Feb. 27 doubleheader, with the student-only items available while supplies last.

Season tickets for the 2026-27 Stetson Basketball season start at $99 and include admission to every home men's and women's basketball game at Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center.

Fans can also follow Stetson Basketball and @StetsonHatters on social media throughout the year for promotional updates, giveaway reminders, game-day information and additional coverage of both programs.