Myrtle Beach, December 20, 2025
News Summary
On December 19, 2025, sports fans can expect a thrilling array of events spanning college basketball, football bowl games, NHL, and exceptional golf tournaments including the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open. Matchups feature prominent college games and high-stakes football as bowl season kicks off. For golf enthusiasts, the day includes exciting competitions that promise to captivate audiences. Whether you’re watching basketball or following a golf tournament, there’s no shortage of action on this sports-packed day.
Sports Frenzy Hits December 19, 2025!
Welcome to another exciting day in sports! December 19 is packed with thrilling matchups from college basketball to football, NHL, and even some delightful golf events. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just enjoy catching a game now and then, there’s something for everyone!
College Basketball Bonanza
Let’s kick things off with college basketball! There are some fantastic games slated for December 19. Here’s a rundown of the matchups:
- Grambling St. vs. Hampton at 4 p.m. on ESPNU
- Seton Hall at Providence at 5:30 p.m. on FS1
- Norfolk St. vs. Jackson St. at 6:30 p.m. on ESPNU
- Alcorn St. at Baylor at 7 p.m. on ESPN+
- Florida A&M at Tarleton St. at 7 p.m. on ESPN+
- Wisconsin vs. Villanova at 7 p.m. on FOX
- Abilene Christian at BYU at 8:30 p.m. on TNT and truTV
- Cal Poly at UCLA at 9 p.m. on BTN
- Washington at Seattle U. at 10:30 p.m. on ESPN2
On the women’s side of things, there are also some notable games happening:
- SMU at Sam Houston at 5 p.m. on ESPN+
- Montana at Abilene Christian at 5:30 p.m. on ESPN+
Professional Basketball Action
The pro basketball scene isn’t left out on this busy day either! The G-League Winter Showcase features exciting games kicking off early:
- Stockton vs. Austin at 11 a.m. on ESPNU
- Grand Rapids vs. Greensboro at noon on NBATV
- Maine vs. Salt Lake City at 1:30 p.m. on ESPNU
- San Diego vs. Raptors at 2:30 p.m. on NBATV
And for the NBA enthusiasts, don’t miss these important games in the evening:
- Philadelphia at New York at 6 p.m. on Prime Video
- Oklahoma City at Minnesota at 8:30 p.m. on Prime Video
College Football Bowl Games
Moving on to college football, bowl season kicks off on December 19 with several exciting matchups:
- Myrtle Beach Bowl: Kennesaw St. vs. W. Michigan at 10 a.m. on ESPN
- Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl: Memphis vs. NC State at 1:30 p.m. on ESPN
- College Football Playoff (CFP) First Round: Alabama at Oklahoma at 7 p.m. on ABC and ESPN, including SkyCast options on ESPN2
High School Football Championships
Don’t forget about high school football, as state championships are on the line!
- 4A, DI: Kilgore vs. Stephenville at 11 a.m. on Victory+
- 4A, DII: Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark at 3 p.m. on Victory+
- 5A, DI: Frisco Lone Star vs. Smithson Valley at 7 p.m. on Victory+
Golf and Other Exciting Sports Events
Golf fans can enjoy the DP World Tour with the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open, and there’s also the PNC Championship Pro-Am to catch:
- DP World Tour: AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open at 2:30 a.m. on GOLF
- PNC Championship Pro-Am at 11 a.m. on GOLF
- DP World Tour AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open at 4 a.m. on GOLF
Additionally, NHL games are making the lineup:
- Vancouver at New York Islanders at 6 p.m. on NHLN
- Dallas at Anaheim at 9 p.m. on Victory+
Tennis enthusiasts can look forward to the Next Gen Finals Round Robin at 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. on TENNIS!
Looking Ahead
Get ready for some crazy action tomorrow as No. 22 St. John’s Red Storm takes on the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia! This game will be broadcast on CBS and available for streaming on DIRECTV.
St. John’s looks fresh off a win over DePaul, where they claimed a solid 79-66 victory with standout performances from Dylan Darling and Joson Sanon, so keep an eye on them!
Meanwhile, the Michigan State Spartans are gearing up to face the Oakland Golden Grizzlies on Saturday, looking to keep their perfect record intact. With so much happening on December 19, it’s a perfect day for sports fans to settle in and enjoy!
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Additional Resources
- Syracuse: St. John’s vs. Kentucky Preview
- Navy Sports: Men’s Basketball Victory
- IndyStar: Indiana vs. Chicago State Coverage
- Newsweek: Oakland vs. Michigan State Streaming Info
- Hawkeyes Wire: Iowa vs. Bucknell Game Preview
- Wikipedia: College Basketball
- Google Search: College Basketball News
- Google Scholar: College Basketball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Basketball
- Google News: College Basketball
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