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Augusta University Jaguars Expand Conference Play With Local Broadcasts This Season

Augusta University teams are expanding conference play and local broadcasts, offering clear entry points for residents to follow Division II competition this season.

By Augusta Sport Desk · Published July 24, 2026

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Augusta University's men's and women's golf programs joined the West Coast Conference as affiliate members starting in the 2025-26 academic year.

Conference Shift and Team Scope

The move places the golf programs in a new affiliate arrangement while the Augusta Jaguars continue competing in 13 NCAA Division II varsity sports, primarily within the Peach Belt Conference except for golf. This structure keeps most varsity teams in their established regional league and gives golf a separate national footprint.

Broadcast Access for Fans

WRDW TV and the Peachtree Sports Network will broadcast 10 Augusta University basketball games in the 2025-26 season, including four doubleheaders. Residents can watch these contests on local television without needing additional subscriptions, providing a direct way to follow the teams from home or community venues.

Recent Team Standing

The Augusta University men's basketball team entered the 2024-25 season ranked No. 10 in the preseason DII national rankings. That placement offers context for the level of competition the program brings into the current cycle.

Pathways to Get Involved Locally

North Augusta Parks and Recreation opened Fall 2026 youth sports registration from July 21 to August 4 for flag football, soccer, volleyball, and cheerleading for ages 4-18. Augusta Recreation & Parks is currently registering for its Winter 2026 youth basketball season serving boys and girls ages 5-17 with an emphasis on fundamentals and teamwork. i9 Sports runs multi-sport leagues in Augusta for flag football, soccer, baseball, and basketball. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta partnered with Nike to host youth sports clinics aimed at removing barriers to sport for over 4,700 youth across Richmond, Washington, and McDuffie Counties. These programs give families a direct route to participate in organized sports that connect to the broader Augusta athletic community.

Next Steps for Residents

Check registration windows through North Augusta Parks and Recreation or Augusta Recreation & Parks, tune into the scheduled WRDW TV and Peachtree Sports Network basketball telecasts, and follow Augusta University athletics updates to stay connected with the Jaguars programs.