Fresno State Men’s Basketball will commence its 2026-27 season preparations by hosting Cal State Fullerton in a preseason exhibition on October 24 at 2 p.m. Pacific Time. The game will take place at the Save Mart Center in Fresno and offers free admission to fans.
Head coach Vance Walberg enters his third season leading the Bulldogs, who transition into their inaugural Pac-12 Conference season with a roster completely retooled and featuring no returning statistical production from last year. The team gained valuable experience during a week-long trip to the Bahamas, where they went undefeated in the Summer of Thunder tournament.
Key players include returning transfer guard Brian Amuneke, perimeter shooter Ross Candelino, senior center Baye Fall, and guard KJ Perry. The roster also boasts international diversity with players from Serbia, Spain, Germany, Senegal, Romania, and France, highlighting the team’s broad basketball backgrounds.
CSB Take
This exhibition game will be an important opportunity for Fresno State to integrate its new roster and evaluate team chemistry ahead of Pac-12 competition. With its mixture of international talent and experienced transfers, alongside Vance Walberg’s coaching staff, the Bulldogs aim to establish a strong identity in their first Pac-12 season. Fans should expect a season focused on growth and adjustment to the elevated conference challenge.
Source: Original report
