By: Ella Clark, Coordinator - Communications & Creative Content
NASHVILLE - Tennessee State women's basketball wraps up its home slate this week as the Lady Tigers host the SIUE Cougars on Saturday, Feb. 21, inside the Gentry Center. Tip-off is set for 4 p.m. CT in Ohio Valley Conference action.
The matchup marks the final home game of the 2025–26 season and senior day, as Tennessee State continues building momentum in conference play. The Lady Tigers will aim to protect home court against a competitive SIUE squad battling for positioning in the OVC standings.
LAST TIME OUT
Tennessee State is coming off a home contest against Lindenwood on Thursday evening.
Erin Martin led the Lady Tigers with 18 points off the bench, while Aaniya Webb added 13 points and knocked down two three-pointers. Tennessee State showed resilience throughout the contest, particularly on the floor, converting 31 attempts, and finished with 16 bench points.
SERIES HISTORY
Tennessee State and SIUE will meet for the 25th time in program history. The Cougars hold a 19-6 edge in the all-time series, which dates back to the 2010-11 season.
The Lady Tigers earned a 77-58 home victory during the 2024-25 campaign. Saturday's matchup presents another opportunity for Tennessee State to add a home win and close the season series on a positive note as the home schedule comes to an end.