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The University of Arkansas–Fort Smith Lions men's basketball program competes in NCAA Division II as part of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA). Based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the Lions play home games at the Gayle Kaundart Arena inside the Stubblefield Center. Since taking the helm in 2023, head coach Zane Gibson has steered the team through a evolving schedule and competitive conference play, building on UAFS's rich athletics tradition.

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Quick Facts About Arkansas-Fort Smith Lions Basketball

  • Program: University of Arkansas–Fort Smith Lions men's basketball (NCAA Division II).
  • Conference: Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).
  • Head coach: Zane Gibson (named April 7, 2023) per UAFS coaching profile.
  • Home venue: Gayle Kaundart Arena at the Stubblefield Center, Fort Smith, AR.
  • 2025-26 schedule: 28-game slate with nine nonconference games and 19 MIAA contests; season opens with MIAA/GAC Challenge vs Harding (Nov 14) and Ouachita Baptist (Nov 15) at Skiatook High School; River City Classic in San Antonio (Dec 16-17).
  • Last season (2024-25) record: 12-16 overall, 6-13 in MIAA.

About the Program

The Arkansas-Fort Smith Lions are part of the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith athletics program, competing in NCAA Division II within the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA). Fort Smith, located in western Arkansas, is a hub for community-driven sports and education. The Lions emphasize a balanced style of play, disciplined defense, and efficient offense as they compete across a 28-game schedule in the 2025-26 season.

Coaching Leadership

Head coach Zane Gibson was named the Lions’ head coach on April 7, 2023, bringing a fresh vision and a focus on player development, recruiting, and competitive mindset. Gibson’s leadership aims to elevate UAFS within the MIAA while maintaining strong ties to the Fort Smith community.

Home Venue

All home games are hosted at the Gayle Kaundart Arena at the Stubblefield Center in Fort Smith, AR. The arena provides a focused environment for fast-paced NCAA Division II basketball and engages fans with a family-friendly game-day experience.

Upcoming Schedule and Key Dates

The 2025-26 Lions men's basketball schedule features a 28-game slate, including nine non-conference games and 19 MIAA contests. The season opens with the MIAA/GAC Challenge against Harding and Ouachita Baptist, played at Skiatook High School on November 14-15. The Lions also participate in the River City Classic in San Antonio on December 16-17.

  • Non-conference and conference action run concurrently, with home and away games across the regular season.
  • TBD dates will be announced as the schedule is finalized; check the official UAFS athletics pages for the latest updates.

Notable 2024-25 Highlights

In the 2024-25 season, the Lions finished with a 12-16 overall record and a 6-13 mark in MIAA play, learning from a challenging schedule and building momentum for the next year’s competition.

Key Programs and Community Moments

In addition to on-court play, UAFS basketball emphasizes community involvement, student-athlete development, and family-friendly game experiences. One notable event is the Toy Toss game, where the home opener versus the University of the Ozarks (Nov 18) combines basketball with a charitable initiative that benefits local families during the holiday season.

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