Two NCAA men's basketball programs, the Youngstown State Penguins and the South Carolina Gamecocks, meet in a non-conference regular-season matchup at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. The arena serves as the home court for the University of South Carolina's basketball teams and hosts a variety of events throughout the year. As Columbia's premier on-campus venue, it stands as the largest arena in the state, reflecting the venue's prominence for college basketball and other events.
