QUINCY, Calif. (Interstat) — The Feather River Golden Eagles will open their 2025-26 men’s basketball season at home against the Antelope Valley Marauders on Saturday.

Both California junior college teams enter the contest with 0-0 records. This marks the first official action for each squad since their 2024-25 seasons concluded.

Antelope Valley last played on Feb. 21, 2025, earning a 68-65 road victory over Los Angeles Valley. Feather River’s most recent contest was a 71-81 road loss to Skyline on March 1, 2025.

The game is projected to be a high-scoring and tightly contested affair. According to the Interstat game simulator, the matchup is predicted to end in a 100-100 tie.

For Antelope Valley, this game begins a season-opening stretch that will see them play three of their first four games at home. The Marauders will host Santa Barbara on Nov. 7.

Feather River, meanwhile, embarks on a road-heavy start to its season. Following the opener, the Golden Eagles will play seven of their next eight games away from home, beginning with a contest at Foothill on Nov. 6.