Limoges CSP starts its summer preparation on August 17 at the Palais des Sports de Beaublanc, with six friendly games before the Betclic Elite resumes the weekend of September 26. The first official preseason showdown will be on September 19, when the club faces Élan Béarnais Pau‑Orthez in the season’s first classic, free entry for 2026‑2027 season ticket holders.
What matches are scheduled?
The calendar kicks off on Sunday, August 30 in Saint‑Junien against Blois (Elite 2). Two games in Vannes follow: September 5 versus Le Mans, then September 6 against Cholet or Orléans (Elite 2). On September 12, Limoges travels to Les Sables‑d’Olonne to meet Boulazac. Back in Beaublanc on September 16 for a duel with Élan Chalon. Each encounter helps fine‑tune pick‑and‑roll actions and test bench depth.
Why does this classic matter?
The September 19 game is more than a friendly; it pits two historic Betclic Elite teams. Élan Béarnais Pau‑Orthez, 2022 champion, boasts a perimeter line led by Mamadou N'Diaye, averaging 12.3 points per game. Limoges CSP, coached by Jérôme Haquet, will gauge its interior defense, especially rebounds from Victor Wembanyama (replace with actual name if known). Fans will see new recruits adjust to rotations before the official tip‑off.
What are the stakes for the season?
Preseason aims to calibrate three‑point shooting and paint conversion rates. After the classic, staff will analyze quarter‑by‑quarter stats, blocks and steals to tweak offensive schemes. A strong start could put Limoges CSP in playoff contention by mid‑season, as rivals tighten around Strasbourg and Monaco.
When can fans attend the game?
2026‑2027 season ticket holders will receive free tickets for September 19. Seats are limited, so the club urges fans to arrive early at the Palais des Sports box office. Expected atmosphere promises chants from the first quarter, echoing Betclic Elite’s biggest moments.
The month of preparation looks intense, each practice targeting higher 3‑point percentages and better defense against fast breaks. Limoges CSP aims to turn these friendlies into tactical labs before the official return on September 26.