PHILADELPHIA – The University of Pennsylvania men's basketball team will participate in the 13th annual Veterans Classic on Wednesday, November 11 at the United States Naval Academy.
 
The doubleheader tips off with Saint Joseph's and USF at 3 p.m. The Quakers then take on the Navy Midshipmen at 5:30 p.m. Both match ups will be televised on CBS Sports Network.  
 
"Our program is incredibly honored to compete in the Veterans Classic," said John R. Rockwell head coach Fran McCaffery. "Visiting the United States Naval Academy is a tremendous opportunity for our players, coaches and staff to experience its inspiring history and tradition firsthand.  We look forward to facing a strong Navy team and representing Penn with pride on the national stage."
 
The Veterans Classic, held annually on or around Veterans Day, honors our nation's veterans and showcases the U.S. Naval Academy.  Each of the visiting teams immerse themselves in the inner workings of the U.S. Naval Academy through guided tours followed by lunch with the Brigade of Midshipmen on the day before the games.  Veterans from all service branches are honored during the course of the doubleheader.
 
Tickets for the Veterans Classic will go on sale at a later date. Reserved tickets for the doubleheader in the lower level of Alumni Hall are $40 and upper level general admission seats can be purchased for $25. Fans interested in attending can complete the 2026 Veterans Classic interest form by clicking here.
 
Overall, this will be the 87th meeting between Penn and Navy, and the first to be played in Annapolis since the 2016-17 season. The Quakers lead the series, 59-27.