Drake joins the first Snake River Invitational
The Bulldogs will play Boise State, North Dakota State, and North Texas on consecutive days from November 27–29. The four-team event takes place at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls.
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Drake opens against Eastern Illinois before a Kansas trip
The Bulldogs' 12-game nonconference schedule starts at the Knapp Center on November 3. Kansas, Cleveland State, Omaha, St. Thomas, and Iowa State appear in a busy opening month, alongside a home tournament later in the slate.
Dylan Hurley joins Drake as a graduate assistant
Allison Pohlman added Hurley after his coaching season at Daemen, where the team reached the Division II Sweet Sixteen. His playing background includes Iowa Wesleyan and Cornell College before beginning his coaching career.
Five newcomers strengthen Eric Henderson's roster
Drake added transfers Justin Burns, Jon Carroll, Dre Kindell, and Gabe Oldham, plus high-school prospect Mason Matulis. Henderson identified rebounding, athleticism, and perimeter defense as priorities for the incoming group.
Taedyn Gray earns MVC recognition for service and academics
The Drake senior received the winter Good Neighbor Award after contributing to several Des Moines community organizations. Gray's work included the Boys & Girls Club, Books with Bulldogs, and local health and senior-care programs.
Drake and Wichita State renew their rivalry in Kansas City
The Bulldogs make their Hall of Fame Classic debut against the Shockers on December 18 at T-Mobile Center. The former Missouri Valley opponents last met in Drake's one-point win in the 2021 NCAA First Four.