The University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers mens basketball program traces its roots to 1905 in Kearney, Nebraska, and has long been a force in NCAA Division II hoops. The Lopers have stacked multiple conference titles and a steady stream of NCAA Tournament appearances, highlighted by eras led by Tom Kropp, a two-time All-American who later served as co-head coach alongside Kevin Lofton. UNKs move into the MIAA kept rivalries burning and the postseason in sight year after year.

Home games at the Health and Sports Center feel like a celebration of blue and gold. The student section surges with energy, the pep band keeps the tempo high, and the crowd caps big moments with the signature Lopers Up salute. Fort Hays State visits are appointment viewing. Buy tickets from Vivid Seats to experience it live!

University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers Men's Basketball Arena and Game Day Information

Home venue: Health and Sports Center, Kearney, Nebraska.
Capacity: Approximately 6,000 for basketball.
Parking: Use on-site UNK campus lots around the arena; evenings and weekends are generally open to visitors. Weekday day games may require a UNK permit or visitor pass, and local public transit is limited, so plan to drive, carpool, or use rideshare.
Cheapest month to attend: January.
Nearby eats and attractions: Cunningham's Journal and Thunderhead Brewing in The Bricks downtown; The Flippin Sweet for pizza; Yanney Heritage Park for a quick stroll; The Archway and the Kearney Classic Car Collection for easy museum stops.

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University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers Mens Basketball vs. Rogers State Hillcats Mens Basketball on January 24, 2026

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Session Tickets: Coverage for one session (typically two games). Most venues host three sessions over the first two rounds.
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March Madness typically begins in mid-March with the First Four games and runs through early April, concluding with the National Championship game.

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University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers Mens Basketball Schedule and Ticket Prices

University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers Mens Basketball Dates will be displayed below for any announced 2026 University of Nebraska Kearney Lopers Mens Basketball dates. For all available tickets and to find events near you, scroll to the listings at the top of this page.

DATE	CITY	VENUE	LOWEST PRICE
01/29/2026	Kearney, NE	UNK Health and Sports Center	$27
01/31/2026	Kearney, NE	UNK Health and Sports Center	$27
02/05/2026	Fort Smith, AR	Stubblefield Center	$25
02/07/2026	Tahlequah, OK	NSU Event Center	$24
02/12/2026	Kearney, NE	UNK Health and Sports Center	$27
02/14/2026	Kearney, NE	UNK Health and Sports Center	$27
02/19/2026	Pittsburg, KS	Pittsburg State University	$26
02/21/2026	Joplin, MO	Leggett and Platt Athletic Center	$22
02/26/2026	Hays, KS	Gross Memorial Coliseum	$27