Knights open on the road at Illinois and Butler
FDU's 2026-27 schedule starts with November 2 at Illinois and November 4 at Butler. CCNY visits for the November 7 home debut, while later road tests include Oklahoma, Nebraska and Indiana.
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Baylor and Texas await FDU to start the season
The Knights begin at Baylor on November 2 and Texas on November 4, then host East Stroudsburg on November 9. The schedule follows a 30-5 season and a second consecutive NCAA tournament appearance.
FDU remembers former Knight Kinu Rochford
The Knights paid tribute to Kinu Rochford, who played two seasons at FDU and graduated in 2013. His senior season included averages of 14.8 points and 8.9 rebounds, and he received the school's George Braun Leadership Award.
Gaitley expands recruiting roles for returning assistants
Jeremy Thompson moves into the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator role, while Tyler Rozier becomes assistant recruiting coordinator. Both remain on Stephanie Gaitley's staff entering her fourth season at FDU.
Ten newcomers join six returning Knights
Jack Castleberry's 16-player roster includes seven transfers and three freshmen. NEC Rookie of the Year David Jevtic leads the returning group, giving the rebuilt roster an experienced centerpiece.
FDU's incoming class mixes six freshmen with four transfers
Stephanie Gaitley announced ten additions for 2026-27. Three of the four transfers have multiple seasons of eligibility remaining, adding longer-term options as the Knights defend consecutive NEC championships.