SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The South Suburban College Basketball Programs are gearing up for the 2019-20 season with the Men’s Team set to open at home this Saturday, November 2nd vs. Northwestern University (Club). The Bulldogs are ranked #3 in the newest NJCAA Division II Pre-Season Poll. They will feature 12 new players and will be vying for their 10th Regional Championship and National Championship Tournament appearance during Head Coach John Pigatti’ s 14 seasons at the school.

“This year’s team has a very versatile mix to it,” said Coach Pigatti. “We have 12 new players and several who can play different positions on the floor. It should be a very interesting season!”

The Lady Bulldogs will open on the road November 5th vs. Wilbur Wright College at 5 p.m. They are ranked #18 in the Preseason Poll and will be defending their 2018-19 Regional Championship with an eye toward another National Tournament berth. The Lady Bulldogs home opener is on November 12th vs. Waubonsee Community College at 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Coach Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524, or email jpigatti@ssc.edu. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.