2025-26 UDC Men's Basketball News
Spence Earns Third ECC Rookie of the Week Honor; Harrell Named to Honor Roll
March 02, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team was recognized in the East Coast Conference’s final weekly report of the regular season, as Oliver Spence was named ECC Rookie of the Week and Michael Harrell earned a spot on the Honor Roll.
Oliver Spence Named ECC Co-Rookie of the Year; Earns Third-Team All-Conference Honors
March 02, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – University of the District of Columbia freshman standout Oliver Spence has been selected as the East Coast Conference Co-Rookie of the Year, with the league’s official announcement scheduled for release tomorrow. Spence was also named Third-Team All-Conference, becoming the only freshman in the conference to earn All-Conference honors this season.
Firebirds Roll Past Queens on Senior Day
February 28, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team closed out the regular season in impressive fashion Saturday afternoon, defeating Queens College 82–67 on Senior Day at the E.B. Henderson Sports Complex.
Spence’s 26-Rebound Night Powers Firebirds Past Molloy, 93–87
February 25, 2026
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – Behind a monster double-double from Oliver Spence and balanced scoring across the lineup, the University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team earned a statement 93–87 road victory over Molloy on February 25 at Bob Houlihan Gymnasium.
Spence Leads Firebirds in Loss to Roberts Wesleyan
February 18, 2026
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Dist. Columbia (4-18, 3-11 ECC) fell to Roberts Wesleyan (7-15, 5-8 ECC) with a final score of 66-101 on Wednesday night at the Voller Athletic Center. The Firebirds managed to score 42 points in the paint, but it was not enough to overcome the home team's advantage.
Spence Named ECC Rookie of the Week; Roache Earns Honor Roll Recognition
February 16, 2026
Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team earned weekly recognition from the East Coast Conference, as Oliver Spence was named ECC Rookie of the Week and Arthur Roache was selected to the ECC Honor Roll following strong performances in conference play.
Strong Second Half Propels UDC Past Staten Island
February 14, 2026
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Dist. Columbia (4-17, 3-10 ECC) secured a narrow 81-77 victory over Staten Island (17-8, 8-5 ECC) on Saturday at the Sports & Recreation Center. The Firebirds' strong performance in the paint contributed to their success, outscoring the Dolphins 42-32 in that area.
Roache Leads UDC with 22 Points Against Molloy
February 11, 2026
WASHINGTON, DC — The University of the District of Columbia (3-17, 2-10) fell to Molloy University (7-14, 7-4) with a final score of 82-76 on Wednesday night at UDC. The Firebirds had a strong presence in the paint, scoring 44 points, but the Lions pulled away with a 48-point second half.
Spence Scores Career-High 25 as Firebirds Fall to D’Youville
February 08, 2026
Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team dropped a 76–67 decision to D’Youville on Sunday afternoon in East Coast Conference action at home.
Firebirds Fall to No. 4 Daemen
February 06, 2026
Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team dropped an 88–67 decision to No. 4 Daemen on Friday night in East Coast Conference action. The loss also saw the Wildcats complete a season series sweep over the Firebirds.
Spence Leads Firebirds, Harrell Posts Double-Double in Heartbreaker at Queens
January 31, 2026
Flushing, N.Y. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team came up just short on Saturday afternoon, dropping an 81–79 decision to Queens College in East Coast Conference action at Fitzgerald Gymnasium.
Spence Earns Rookie of the Week, Harrell Named to Honor Roll
January 26, 2026
Washington, D.C. — The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball program earned postseason recognition from the East Coast Conference, as Oliver Spence was named ECC Rookie of the Week and Michael Harrell earned a spot on the ECC Honor Roll following the Firebirds’ 85–74 victory over Roberts Wesleyan.
Firebirds Earn Home Conference Win Over Roberts Wesleyan
January 21, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team picked up an 85–74 East Coast Conference victory over Roberts Wesleyan University on Wednesday night at the UDC Sports Complex, using an efficient offensive performance and strong rebounding to secure the home win.
Firebirds Hold Off Mercy for 63–61 Conference Home Victory
January 14, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team earned a hard-fought 63–61 victory over Mercy University on Wednesday night at the UDC Sports Complex, securing an important East Coast Conference home win and splitting the season series between the two programs.
Firebirds Fall at D’Youville in Conference Road Matchup
January 11, 2026
BUFFALO, N.Y. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team dropped an 82–60 decision to D’Youville University on Sunday afternoon at the Saints Center Gym in East Coast Conference action.
Firebirds Face No. 2 Daemen in Conference Road Contest
January 09, 2026
AMHERST, N.Y. – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team faced a tough test on Friday night, falling 85–47 to No. 2 Daemen University at Lumsden Gymnasium in East Coast Conference action.