PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The Fordham Rams, ranked eighth, kick off the 2026 Atlantic 10 Championship on March 12 against the George Washington Revolutionaries, who are seeded ninth. The game starts at 11:30 p.m. at PPG Paints Arena.
Fans can watch the match on the USA Network, with Steve Burkowski and Tim McCormick handling the commentary. You can also catch the game live on WFUV (90.7 FM) or through their YouTube channel, featuring Chris Carrino and Joe Henry.
Fordham heads into this showdown with a 17-14 record, including 8-10 in the Atlantic 10. They secured a win against Rhode Island, 61-49. George Washington holds the same record but lost to Loyola Chicago, 68-62, in their last game.
This matchup marks the 48th time these two teams have faced each other. Historically, George Washington leads the series with 33 wins to Fordham’s 14. However, Fordham has edged out in recent games, winning four of the last six encounters. Earlier this season, Fordham defeated George Washington 79-65, with Dejour Reaves scoring 19 points.
Key Player Highlights:
- Rikus Schulte, a junior forward, was named A-10 Co-Player of the Week. He averaged 16.0 points and 12.0 rebounds over two games, recording double-doubles both times.
- Abass Bodija, a redshirt freshman, was also recognized as Rookie of the Week with an average of 14.5 points and 5.0 rebounds.
Dejour Reaves stands out, having scored in double figures in every game this season, including a career-high 31 points against St. Bonaventure in January. He averages 20.2 points over the last month, leading the Atlantic 10.
Fordham’s lineup features three captains: grad guards Marcus Greene and Dejour Reaves, along with Rikus Schulte, indicating strong leadership as they navigate the championship.
As a notable trend, college basketball viewership has been rising, with recent surveys showing that nearly 40% of fans tune in more regularly than last year. This could bring additional excitement to this crucial matchup, as both teams vie for a strong finish.
With recent statistics showing the average player in the Atlantic 10 scoring around 15 points per game, athletes like Reaves truly shine, making this game one to watch for both fans and analysts.
For more details on the tournament and stats, you can check out the Atlantic 10’s official site.
