The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Wednesday, November 16
Birmingham, Ala.
6:30 p.m.
UAB
vs
Presbyterian
UAB Men's Basketball Returns Home to Face Presbyterian
11/15/2022 6:17:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM - UAB men's basketball (1-1) will look to get back on track against Presbyterian (1-2) on Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. in Bartow Arena.
Each of the head coaches in this matchup are representing their respective alma maters. The Blazers are looking to get back in the win column after falling to Toledo on Friday night.
WATCH
Wednesday's game will stream live on CUSA.tv. This is a subscription-based service.
RADIO
Monday's contest is set to air on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2 with David Crane and Steve Mitchell on the call.
In addition, Crane will host Blazer Sportsline every Monday beginning Dec. 19. The show takes place live from Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux in Hoover and features men's basketball head coach Andy Kennedy and women's basketball head coach Randy Norton. The 11-episode show, airs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Blazer Sportsline can be heard on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2 and fans will be encouraged to tweet questions to @UABLearfield. Fans may also follow the Blazers this season by downloading the free TuneIn Radio app, online through Blazers All-Access at UABSports.com, or on the UAB Gameday mobile app.
SCORING IN BUNCHES
The 2022-23 UAB men's basketball team scored 111 points in its season-opening game on Nov. 7, getting fans in Bartow on their feet for what hopes to be another successful season on the offensive end for the Blazers and third-year head coach Andy Kennedy. The 111-point total is the most points scored by a UAB team in a season-opener in program history. The Blazers, who averaged over 80 points per game a season ago (1st in CUSA, 6th nationally) and surpassed 80 points in 15 of their 35 games, will look to continue their high-scoring ways.
PICKING UP WHERE HE LEFT OFF
Jordan "Jelly" Walker dropped 38 points in the season opener against Alabama State, the most scored by a UAB player in a season opener ever. Walker shot 11-for-19 from the field and 5-for-9 from three. He also knocked down all 11 of his free throw attempts, marking the third time he has shot 100 percent from the free throw line with at least 11 attempts. He and Andy Kennedy are the only two Blazers to have ever accomplished that feat twice. "Jelly" has recorded three of the top eight single-game scoring efforts in UAB history. Walker followed up the 38-point performance with 25 points in the second game of the season.
WATCHLISTS GALORE
Jordan "Jelly" Walker has picked up numerous preseason accolades after an incredible run during the 2021-22 season.
UAB men's basketball single-game tickets are now available for the 2022-23 season. Season tickets for are also still available starting as low as $110. Season ticket packages provide the most cost-effective way to attend games during the upcoming season. For more information about season ticket pricing, call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 or request more information by clicking here.
GROUP TICKETS AND FAN EXPERIENCE PACKAGES
Individual and corporate groups can plan a memorable experience at Bartow Arena by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Discounted group tickets and fan experiences are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences are available on a first come, first served basis to any home basketball game during the 2022-23 season.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
Each of the head coaches in this matchup are representing their respective alma maters. The Blazers are looking to get back in the win column after falling to Toledo on Friday night.
WATCH
Wednesday's game will stream live on CUSA.tv. This is a subscription-based service.
RADIO
Monday's contest is set to air on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2 with David Crane and Steve Mitchell on the call.
In addition, Crane will host Blazer Sportsline every Monday beginning Dec. 19. The show takes place live from Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux in Hoover and features men's basketball head coach Andy Kennedy and women's basketball head coach Randy Norton. The 11-episode show, airs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Blazer Sportsline can be heard on 100.5 ESPN JOX 2 and fans will be encouraged to tweet questions to @UABLearfield. Fans may also follow the Blazers this season by downloading the free TuneIn Radio app, online through Blazers All-Access at UABSports.com, or on the UAB Gameday mobile app.
SCORING IN BUNCHES
The 2022-23 UAB men's basketball team scored 111 points in its season-opening game on Nov. 7, getting fans in Bartow on their feet for what hopes to be another successful season on the offensive end for the Blazers and third-year head coach Andy Kennedy. The 111-point total is the most points scored by a UAB team in a season-opener in program history. The Blazers, who averaged over 80 points per game a season ago (1st in CUSA, 6th nationally) and surpassed 80 points in 15 of their 35 games, will look to continue their high-scoring ways.
PICKING UP WHERE HE LEFT OFF
Jordan "Jelly" Walker dropped 38 points in the season opener against Alabama State, the most scored by a UAB player in a season opener ever. Walker shot 11-for-19 from the field and 5-for-9 from three. He also knocked down all 11 of his free throw attempts, marking the third time he has shot 100 percent from the free throw line with at least 11 attempts. He and Andy Kennedy are the only two Blazers to have ever accomplished that feat twice. "Jelly" has recorded three of the top eight single-game scoring efforts in UAB history. Walker followed up the 38-point performance with 25 points in the second game of the season.
WATCHLISTS GALORE
Jordan "Jelly" Walker has picked up numerous preseason accolades after an incredible run during the 2021-22 season.
- Naismith Trophy Preseason Watchlist
- Wooden Award Preseason Watchlist
- Bob Cousy Award Watchlist
- Conference USA Preseason Player of the Year
- Preseason All-Conference USA
UAB men's basketball single-game tickets are now available for the 2022-23 season. Season tickets for are also still available starting as low as $110. Season ticket packages provide the most cost-effective way to attend games during the upcoming season. For more information about season ticket pricing, call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 or request more information by clicking here.
GROUP TICKETS AND FAN EXPERIENCE PACKAGES
Individual and corporate groups can plan a memorable experience at Bartow Arena by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Discounted group tickets and fan experiences are available for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences are available on a first come, first served basis to any home basketball game during the 2022-23 season.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
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