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Ollie Engen Shines in UAlbany Men's Basketball Season Opener

Ollie Engen Shines in UAlbany Men's Basketball Season Opener
Sports Talents · 11:52:38 - Sunday, 8 November 2026

University at Albany men's basketball opened its season with a game against Rhode Island College on Monday, November 2, at Broadview Center in Albany. While the final result was not specified, the performance of Ollie Engen stood out as a bright spot for the Great Danes.

Engen, a key player for UAlbany, showed promise during the season opener. The game marked the beginning of the 2026-27 campaign for the program.

Photographs from the contest captured Engen looking to make a pass during the matchup. The image was provided by UAlbany Athletics.

The Times-Union's Adam Shinder reported on the game, noting Engen's contribution as a positive takeaway for the team moving forward.

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