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Tulane Basketball Faces Challenges, Eyes Third Place Finish

10/22/2025

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Tulane's men's basketball team will open its season with an exhibition against Centenary, featuring more returning players than other American Conference teams.
Coach Ron Hunter faces challenges due to the loss of key scorers to transfers and the death of player Gregg Glenn.
The team is predicted to finish third in the preseason poll, its highest ranking in 11 years.
St. John's is ranked No. 1 in the Big East preseason poll for the first time in 30 years, led by Zuby Ejiofor.
In women's basketball, standout players include Hannah Hidalgo and Lauren Betts, while UConn's Sarah Strong is expected to excel after a championship season.

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Story summary

Tulane's men's basketball team will open its season with an exhibition against Centenary, featuring more returning players than other American Conference teams.
Coach Ron Hunter faces challenges due to the loss of key scorers to transfers and the death of player Gregg Glenn.
The team is predicted to finish third in the preseason poll, its highest ranking in 11 years.
St. John's is ranked No. 1 in the Big East preseason poll for the first time in 30 years, led by Zuby Ejiofor.
In women's basketball, standout players include Hannah Hidalgo and Lauren Betts, while UConn's Sarah Strong is expected to excel after a championship season.