University of New Haven Begins Second Division I Season
The men's basketball team enters its new campaign with a heavily revamped roster of 11 players.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Basketball
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The University of New Haven men's basketball team is set to begin its second season as a Division I program in West Haven. Following a 14-17 finish last year, the team has integrated seven new players after losing its top three scorers to the transfer portal.
Why it matters
The university transitioned into Division I basketball to provide new opportunities for its student-athletes. The coaching staff spent a year evaluating talent to ensure greater depth at each position for the current season.
Top returner Kheni Briggs recorded 29 steals last season, while new addition Andy Ramirez joins the squad averaging 18.6 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Fellow newcomer Faquir Mosley brings defensive intensity with 53 recorded steals.
The players
Kheni Briggs
He is the top returning scorer for the University of New Haven men's basketball team.
Andy Ramirez
He is a new player on the roster who averaged 18.6 points per game and 8.1 rebounds per game.
Faquir Mosley
He is a new addition to the team who recorded 53 steals in prior competition.
The details
Recruited over approximately one and a half months, the new roster aims to improve upon last year's fifth-place Northeast Conference finish. The team previously achieved a notable victory by beating league-leader LIU by three points in February 2026.
Timeline
May 1, 2025: The university started its first Division I season.
February 2026: The team beat first-place LIU by three points.
October 23, 2026: The article was published.
November 2026: Initial evaluation of team fit begins.
Season Trajectory
The team's transition into the Northeast Conference basketball season represents a strategic effort to build long-term legitimacy as a Division I program. After a middling first year, this roster overhaul is designed to shift the program from a conference mid-tier participant to a serious contender.
The team's reliance on seven new players means the early-season rotation will likely remain fluid as coaches determine the most effective lineup. Supporters can expect a faster-paced game compared to last year's roster, given the defensive turnover statistics of the new recruits.
The takeaway
Building a competitive Division I roster requires balancing experienced returners with high-impact transfer talent. Successful transitions are measured by steady improvements in conference standing and depth across the bench.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by New Haven Register.
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