CALGARY, ALTA. - The Cougars return to the court this October to start off the 2024-25 season. The first games of Mount Royal basketball's 2024-25 season tips-off with both the men's and women's teams taking on the University of Alberta on the road on October 24th and 25th. The following week, they both will take on the University of Saskatchewan for their home opener on October 31st.
 
After the debut season for Josh Mullen as Head coach of the men's basketball team, the Cougars look to bounce back and push themselves to a stronger season and playoff position. The 2025-26 season will look a little different without Canada West All-Star Keivonte Watts, but players will look to step up and create a winning environment. They will take on Alberta at 8 PM MT on October 24th for their season opener.
 
The women's basketball team is on the up-and-up headed into the 2025-26 season. Although losing MRU's all time assists leader Jamie Lalor and points leader Maddy Hoope, the team still looks strong. Nora Luca and Jenika Martens are poised for All-Star seasons, and look to dominate the paint and lead the Cougars deep into the playoffs. Their season opener will also take place on October 24th, as they tip off the season at 6 PM MT.
 
Both teams senior nights will take place on January 24, 2026 as they take on Brandon University.
 
For fans looking to enjoy MRU live-streamed games, passes for Canada West TV will go on sale in August.
 
Men's & Women's Basketball Schedule
 

Day	Date	Women	Men	Opponent	Home
Friday	October 24, 2025	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	MRU	Alberta
Saturday	October 25, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	MRU	Alberta
Friday	October 31, 2025	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	Saskatchewan	MRU
Saturday	November 1, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	Saskatchewan	MRU
Friday	November 7, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	MRU	Winnipeg
Saturday	November 8, 2025	6:00 PM	4:00 PM	MRU	Winnipeg
Friday	November 14, 2025	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	MacEwan	MRU
Saturday	November 15, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	MacEwan	MRU
Friday	November 21, 2025	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	Lethbridge	MRU
Saturday	November 22, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	Lethbridge	MRU
Friday	November 28, 2025	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	MRU	Regina
Saturday	November 29, 2025	4:00 PM	6:00 PM	MRU	Regina
Friday	January 8, 2026	10:30 PM	12:30 PM	Manitoba	MRU
Saturday	January 9, 2026	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	Manitoba	MRU
Friday	January 16, 2026	12:00 PM	6:30 PM	MRU	UBCO
Saturday	January 17, 2026	4:30 PM	6:30 PM	MRU	UBCO
Friday	January 23, 2026	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	Brandon	MRU
Saturday	January 24, 2026	5:00 PM	7:00 PM	Brandon	MRU
Friday	February 6, 2026	6:00 PM	8:00 PM	MRU	Calgary
Saturday	February 7, 2026	4:00 PM	6:00 PM	MRU	Calgary