After getting off to an 0-8 start in conference play, the Tennessee State Lady Gigers currently sit at 8-18 overall and 4-12 within the OVC, one game in front of Morehead State, who is 3-13 for the eighth spot, which is the last eligible position for the OVC Tournament.
With only 4 games remaining in the season TSU plays two critical games this week which the Lady Tigers must capture to ensure remain in front of Morehead State in the standings – Tuesday against UT Martin and Saturday matching up with Tennessee Tech.
From Tennessee State Athletics
OPENING TIP: With its win over SIUE on Saturday, the TSU women’s basketball team holds the eighth and final spot in the upcoming OVC Tournament with four games remaining.
The Matchup:
Tennessee State (8-18) vs UT Martin (11-16)
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18 at 5:00 PM CT
Location: Elam Center || Martin, Tenn.
TV: ESPN+
SERIES INFORMATION VS. UT MARTIN: UT Martin leads the all-time series 40-33 after TSU won the first meeting this season, 77-61
The Matchup:
Tennessee State vs. Tennessee Tech
Date/Time: Saturday, February 22 at 3:30 PM CT
Location: Elban Center || Cookeville, Tenn.
TV: ESPN+
SERIES INFORMATION VS. TENNESSEE TECH:Tennessee Tech leads the all-time series 69-16 over TSU.
SIUE BY THE NUMBERS:
31: The Tigers took control in the second half, outscoring SIUE 31-17 in the third quarter while shooting 52.4% (11-21) from the field and 45.5% (5-11) from three-point range.
32: TSU forced 24 turnovers, converting them into 32 points, showing their aggressive defensive presence throughout the game.
34: TSU capitalized on transition opportunities, scoring 34 fast break points, helping secure a decisive 77-58 victory.
41: Aaniya Webb and Saniah Parker combined for 41 points, with Webb scoring 21 points (9-14 FG, 3-5 3PT) and Parker adding 20 points (7-14 FG, 4-4 FT) along with 7 assists.
42: The Tigers dominated the glass with 42 total rebounds, including 15 from Lyric Cole, who also added 12 points for a double-double performance.
