MIDWAY, Ky. – The Midway University men's basketball team has been picked to finish fourth in the 2026-27 River States Conference (RSC) Men's Basketball Preseason Coaches' Poll.

The Eagles received 53 points in the poll, placing them fourth among the conference's 10 teams as they prepare for the upcoming season.

IU Kokomo was selected as the preseason favorite, receiving 79 points and seven first-place votes. IU Southeast followed in second with 71 points and two first-place votes, while Rio Grande rounded out the top three with 66 points and one first-place vote.

Midway was picked fourth with 53 points, followed by Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in fifth with 45 points. WVU Tech earned 40 points to take sixth, while IU East was picked seventh with 36 points.

Brescia was selected eighth with 25 points, followed by Kentucky Christian in ninth with 20 points. IU Columbus rounded out the poll in 10th place with 15 points.

The Eagles will look to build on their returning experience this season, led by senior Amari Wales and returning contributor Sam Parrish.

Wales enters his final season after earning All-Conference honors in each of the past two years. He will look to close out his collegiate career with another strong season for the Eagles.

Parrish also returns for Midway after putting in significant work throughout the offseason. He will look to take on a larger role and have a breakout season.

About Midway University Athletics

Midway University competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and its 29 athletic teams are part of the River States Conference, Mid-South Conference, Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association and USA Archery. For more information about Midway University Athletics, please visit www.gomidwayeagles.com.