OSU locks in Saint Mary's for December 2026 home tilt
Oklahoma State secures a marquee non-conference date against Saint Mary's, a program that averages multiple NCAA tournament berths per decade.
Oklahoma State will host Saint Mary’s Gaels on December 5, 2026, locking in a high-quality non-conference home game for the 2026-27 season. The Gaels, a perennial West Coast Conference threat, have averaged at least one NCAA tournament bid per decade since the 1990s, making this a resume-building opportunity for the Cowboys. The date slots neatly into OSU’s early-season schedule, providing a marquee matchup before conference play.
The Cowboys’ coaching staff has prioritized scheduling proven postseason programs to challenge their roster in November and December. Saint Mary’s has reached the NCAA Tournament in six of the last 10 seasons, including a Sweet 16 appearance in 2023, and brings a physical, experienced style that tests teams in tight games. The Gaels’ offensive efficiency—ranking among the top 25 nationally in adjusted offensive efficiency in five of the last seven seasons—adds another layer of preparation for OSU’s rotation.
