ALBANY, N.Y. — The Albany Cup is back! UAlbany men's basketball takes on the crosstown rival Siena Saints on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 7:00 pm in Broadview Center for the Capital Region's most anticipated basketball matchup of the year. With bragging rights on the line and a special night of entertainment planned, make sure to secure your seats now! 
 
To add to the excitement, the 2026 Albany Cup marks the beginning of a new partnership between UAlbany Athletics and Upstate Ford Dealers, which will be the presenting sponsor of both the 2026 and 2028 Albany Cup matchups in the Broadview Center. 
 
"Ford is committed to building stronger communities—and partnering with UAlbany Athletics is an extension of that mission," said Jayson Newell, Chairman of Your Upstate Ford Dealers. "That's why we're proud to partner with UAlbany Athletics and be part of the gameday experience, helping to cultivate the fan base and drive their winning tradition forward."
 
TICKETS AND PARKING 
New for 2026, all fans will get rewarded for locking in their Albany Cup seats early. All available ticket locations in Broadview Center officially go on sale today and will start at $40. But don't wait, ticket prices leading up to this year's rivalry matchup will increase by $5 every two weeks, so the earlier you buy, the more you save. Click here to lock in your Albany Cup tickets today!
 

Purchase Dates	Ticket Price
Oct. 14–25	$40
Oct. 26–Nov. 8	$45
Nov. 9–22	$50
Nov. 23–Dec. 6	$55
Dec. 7–12	$60

 
Fans can also save on parking by purchasing in advance. Advance parking in Dutch Lot for the Albany Cup is $20, a $5 savings off the game day price. Save time and money by adding parking to your ticket order, prior to checkout.

BRAGGING RIGHTS 
For just the third time ever, the Albany Cup will be hosted on the campus of the University at Albany, bringing the Capital Region rivalry to Broadview Center! The Great Danes made the most of the first two on-campus matchups, earning an 81-72 victory in 2016, followed by a 70-60 victory in 2024. With bragging rights on the line, this is a rivalry game you won't want to miss! 
 
HALFTIME PERFORMANCE 
The excitement doesn't stop at tipoff! Fans can look forward to a special halftime performance by the legendary Red Panda, bringing her incredible balance and one-of-a-kind acrobatic act to Broadview Center for an unforgettable Albany Cup experience. Don't miss your chance to be part of the rivalry, the atmosphere, and the entertainment on Dec. 12!
 
SEASON TICKETS 
Season tickets for the 2026-27 campaign are on sale now and start as low as $100. Secure the same great seats for all 14 home games in Broadview Center, including the Albany Cup. Click here to get yours today!
 
For any questions regarding tickets, fans are encouraged to contact the UAlbany Ticket Office by email at GreatDaneTickets@albany.edu or by calling (518) 442-DANE (3263).
 
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