Coral Gables, FLA.-- Moments ago, the University of Miami announced that the Hurricanes will host an open scrimmage against Vanderbilt on Friday, October 23rd. Tip-off is slated for 6 p.m. EST.
It'll be a new-look Miami Hurricanes Men's Basketball team entering Year 2 of the Jai Lucas era in the 305. The 'Canes return sophomores Shelton Henderson and Dante Allen, while bringing 12 new faces into the locker room through the Transfer Portal, high school recruiting and international recruiting.
This open scrimmage against one of the SEC's more underrated squads should serve as a solid early benchmark for Miami. The Hurricanes will get a chance to compete against another team, get some live-game reps and begin building the chemistry that simply can't be replicated in practice.
With a loaded schedule waiting around the corner, this is a good opportunity to see exactly where this Miami squad stands before the games start counting.
With expectations and buzz surrounding the 'Canes through the roof heading into 2026, it'll also be the first chance for fans to get a look at this new-look squad in action and start getting familiar with the guys wearing the orange and green.
Best of all, admission to the open scrimmage is completely free for all fans, with a team-wide autograph session taking place following the scrimmage.
