Waterville, Maine — Entering a new chapter under head coach David McLaughlin, the Colby College Men's Basketball team tips off the 2026-27 season aiming to make a strong push in the competitive New England Small College Athletic Conference. After laying a solid foundation last winter, the Mules enter the campaign with a deep mix of experienced leadership and high-impact returners hungry to contend in the NESCAC standings and push for a postseason run.
Colby begins its 2026-27 regular season with a three-game home stretch inside the Margaret M. Crook Center, opening on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7:45 p.m. against the University of Maine at Augusta. The Mules remain in Waterville for back-to-back home clashes against in-state opponents, hosting the University of Southern Maine on Monday, Nov. 16 at 7:45 p.m. and Maine Maritime Academy on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 7:00 p.m. Following the home opening run, Colby hits the road for late-November non-conference matchups at Kean University, St. Joseph's University Brooklyn, and Suffolk University before heading into key regional action.
David McLaughlin takes over the program as The Richard L. Whitmore Jr. Head Coach for Colby Men's Basketball, bringing proven coaching experience across Division I, II, and III levels. A 1997 Colby alumnus, McLaughlin returns to lead the program endowed in honor of his former coach.
"I am truly honored and excited to return to my alma mater as the Richard L. Whitmore Jr. Head Coach for Colby Men's Basketball," reflected McLaughlin. "I have dreamed of working to the depth of my abilities and energy to provide the same experience and afford the same opportunity I was given as a student-athlete... This is truly an exciting time!"
McLaughlin inherits a motivated squad that combines seasoned veteran leadership with an energetic group of underclassmen, establishing a versatile roster capable of competing at both ends of the floor.
An experienced senior guard group featuring Kameran Rodriguez, Marcos Montiel, Matthew Lamy, Sam Hinman, and Savion Stroud will compete to handle the ball and create plays for the Mules. Front court length from junior forwards Kalvin Catchings, Nate Kwiecinski, and Mitch Humphrey provides crucial rebounding and defensive presence, alongside perimeter contributions from Will Perkins, Jack Gatjanis, and PJ Johnson.
Fans can follow along with the action throughout the season using live video and live stats links on the Colby Athletics website, or check the schedule tab to catch the Mules both at home inside Margaret M. Crook Center and on the road across New England.
