The 2024-25 season for the Golden Grizzlies is set to feature a dynamic mix of matchups and key conference games under the guidance of head coach Jeff Tungate.
The Golden Grizzlies will begin with an exhibition match on Saturday, Oct. 26, against Rochester Christian University. For their first regular season game, they will head to the Breslin Center to play the Michigan State Spartans on Nov. 5.
After having a strong showing against Cleary University last season, the Golden Grizzlies will host them again at the OU Credit Union O’Rena on Nov. 8. This opening game is anticipated to set the tone for the season as the team looks to establish early momentum.
The non-conference schedule includes several notable contests, including showdowns against the University of Michigan, University of St. Thomas and Central Michigan University. Oakland will then participate in the Coast 2 Coast Classic in Daytona Beach, Florida, on Nov. 29 and Nov. 30 and face off against the University of Richmond and Old Dominion University.
These games will provide the team with a valuable opportunity to test their skills and gauge their readiness for Horizon League play.
Horizon League Begins
The schedule becomes even more crucial as the team transitions into Horizon League action. The Golden Grizzlies will begin with a conference home game against Wright State on Dec. 6. The Horizon League calendar includes three straight home games against Cleveland State University, Purdue Fort Wayne and IU Indy on Jan. 3, Jan. 5 and Jan. 8, respectively.
To kick-start a series of away games, the Grizzlies will then head to Calihan Hall on Jan. 11 for a rivalry matchup against the Detroit Mercy Titans. They will then head to Wisconsin to face the Milwaukee Panthers and the Green Bay Phoenix on Jan. 16 and Jan. 18.
As the season progresses, the Golden Grizzlies will aim to continue building on their strengths. With a talented roster and strong leadership, they are ready for an exciting and competitive season. The full schedule is listed below.
Oct. 26 at Rochester Christian (Exhibition)
Nov. 5 at Michigan State
Nov. 8 vs. Cleary
Nov. 12 at Army
Nov. 17 at Michigan
Nov. 21 vs. St. Thomas
Nov. 24 at Central Michigan
Nov. 29 vs. Richmond (Coast 2 Coast Classic)
Nov. 30 vs. Old Dominion (Coast 2 Coast Classic)
Dec. 6 vs. Wright State
Dec. 18 at Robert Morris
Dec. 22 at Indiana
Dec. 29 at Northern Kentucky
Jan. 3 vs. Cleveland State
Jan. 5 vs. Purdue Fort Wayne
Jan. 8 vs. IU Indy
Jan. 11 at Detroit Mercy
Jan. 16 at Milwaukee
Jan. 18 at Green Bay
Jan. 23 vs. Robert Morris
Jan. 26 at Youngstown State
Feb. 1 vs. Detroit Mercy
Feb. 6 at Purdue Fort Wayne
Feb. 8 at Cleveland State
Feb. 13 vs. Green Bay
Feb. 15 vs. Milwaukee
Feb. 19 at Wright State
Feb. 22 vs. Youngstown State
Feb. 26 at IU Indy
Mar. 1 vs Northern Kentucky
* Indicates Horizon League matchup