EVANSVILLE, IND. — Tennessee State women's basketball continues Ohio Valley Conference play Thursday evening as the Lady Tigers travel to face Southern Indiana. Tip-off is scheduled for 5 p.m. at Screaming Eagles Arena.

Tennessee State (4-19, 3-11 OVC) enters the matchup looking to build off its highest-scoring performance of the season, an 87–77 victory over Western Illinois at the Gentry Center. The Lady Tigers shot 50.8 percent from the field and knocked down nine three-pointers in the win, placing four players in double figures.

Aaniya Webb led the way with 24 points and five three-pointers, pushing her season average to a team-best 11.5 points per game. Somah Kamara added 18 points off the bench, while Kiki Roberts delivered a well-rounded performance with 15 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Xai Whitfield chipped in 11 points and continues to direct the offense, averaging 9.3 points per contest.

On the season, Tennessee State averages 59.2 points per game while pulling down 36.2 rebounds per outing. Erin Martin anchors the interior with 7.6 points and a team-high 5.2 rebounds per game, along with 26 blocks. Roberts leads the team on the glass at 6.6 rebounds per contest, and Webb has connected on a team-high 35 three-pointers to pace the perimeter attack.

Series History

Thursday's meeting marks the ninth all-time matchup between Tennessee State and Southern Indiana. The Screaming Eagles hold a 5–3 advantage in the series and claimed the earlier meeting this season. Southern Indiana has averaged 63.0 points per game in the series, while Tennessee State has averaged 69.8 points per contest.

Keys for TSU

The Lady Tigers will look to carry over their offensive efficiency and balanced scoring while continuing to emphasize physical play on the glass. Defensive pressure and limiting turnovers will also be key as TSU aims to secure a road victory in conference play.