Early Season Dominance
The Spiders opened the 2025-26 campaign with five straight home wins at the Robins Center, defeating Southern Virginia 84-56, East Carolina 87-72, William & Mary 90-86, VMI 87-54, and Gardner-Webb 102-67. These victories established a 5-0 record and showcased defensive prowess alongside efficient scoring.
The momentum carried into non-conference tournaments, despite the tight loss to Furman. Clutch performances followed, including 71-66 over Charlotte and 84-76 at Belmont, pushing their record to 7-1. Recent home triumphs over Old Dominion (86-77) and Southern Illinois (93-84 in OT) solidified their 9-1 mark.
This hot start contrasts sharply with last year's struggles, signaling improved depth and execution under Coach Mooney's veteran leadership.
A-10 Standings and Key Stats
In Atlantic 10 play, Richmond remains undefeated at 0-0 but tops overall standings at 9-1 (.900), tied with Saint Louis and behind George Mason's 10-1. As of December 16, they outpace powerhouses like Dayton (9-3) and VCU (7-4), positioning for a potential tournament run.
Team stats reflect balance, with strong scoring averages and rebounding led by roster standouts. ESPN notes their 8-1 standing entering key December games, emphasizing low turnovers and high points in wins.
Upcoming Games and Outlook
December 17 brings The Citadel to Robins Center at 7:00 PM, followed by Charleston Southern on December 20 and George Washington on December 28 for Camper Reunion Night. Road tests at Elon on December 13 and Fordham on December 31 precede A-10 heavyweights like St. Bonaventure and Rhode Island.
With Capital City Classic against VCU on February 10 and White Out Game versus Dayton, the Spiders face a gauntlet. Their early form suggests contention for the A-10 title and NCAA berth, thrilling fans in Richmond.