The 2018–19 Colgate Raiders men's basketball team represented Colgate University in the 2018–19 NCAA Division I men's basketball season. The Raiders were members of the Patriot League and played their home games at Cotterell Court in Hamilton, New York.
Coaching staff
- Head coach: Matt Langel (7th year)
- Assistant coaches: (names commonly listed for the season include) Nate Champion, Pat Moore, and Paul Da Silva
Season overview
- Overall record: 24 wins – 10 losses
- Patriot League record: 13 wins – 5 losses (second place in regular‑season standings)
Patriot League tournament
The Raiders won the Patriot League tournament, securing the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA tournament. Their tournament run included victories over:
- First round – Lehigh
- Semifinal – Bucknell
- Championship game – Boston University (73–61)
NCAA tournament
Colgate entered the 2019 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament as the Patriot League’s automatic qualifier, receiving a 15‑seed in the Midwest region. In the first round, the Raiders were defeated by No. 7 seed Minnesota, 70–61, ending their postseason run.
Key players
Prominent contributors during the season included:
- Jordan Burns – guard, leading scorer and assist‑maker
- Matt Morgan – forward, notable for rebounding and interior defense
- Chase Audige – guard/forward, provided perimeter shooting
Statistical highlights
- Points per game (team average): approximately 73.5
- Field‑goal percentage (team): around 45 %
- Rebounds per game (team): roughly 35
Notable achievements
- Patriot League tournament champions (2019)
- First NCAA tournament appearance for the program since the 2014‑15 season
References
- Patriot League official records (2018–19 season)
- Colgate University Athletics Department releases and game recaps
- NCAA tournament bracket and results for 2019
This entry reflects information documented in publicly available collegiate athletic records and reputable sports reporting sources.
