NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee State Tigers softball team continues Ohio Valley Conference play this weekend, hosting the UT Martin Skyhawks for a three-game series at Tiger Field.

The series opens with a doubleheader on Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., followed by the finale on Sunday, March 22, at 1 p.m.

LAST TIME OUT

Tennessee State returns home after a midweek matchup against the Chattanooga Mocs softball. The Tigers fell 9-3 despite showing resilience late in the contest.

After falling behind early, TSU broke through in the fifth inning with three runs to cut into the deficit. The Tigers continued to battle at the plate, but Chattanooga responded to hold on for the win.

TSU will look to carry that offensive spark into the weekend as it returns to conference play.

SERIES HISTORY

Tennessee State and UT Martin have met consistently since 2008, with the Skyhawks holding the advantage in the all-time series. However, recent matchups have been competitive, including split series in each of the past two seasons.

Recent Results (since 2023):

• Apr. 27, 2025 – UTM 6, TSU 0 (Martin, Tenn.)
• Apr. 26, 2025 – TSU 9, UTM 6 (Martin, Tenn.)
• Apr. 26, 2025 – UTM 8, TSU 0 (Martin, Tenn.)
• Mar. 30, 2024 – UTM 10, TSU 5 (Nashville)
• Mar. 29, 2024 – TSU 9, UTM 8 (Nashville)
• Mar. 29, 2024 – UTM 7, TSU 0 (Nashville)
• Mar. 26, 2023 – UTM 5, TSU 0 (Martin, Tenn.)
• Mar. 26, 2023 – TSU 2, UTM 0 (Martin, Tenn.)
• Mar. 25, 2023 – UTM 6, TSU 3 (Martin, Tenn.)

BY THE NUMBERS

3 – Runs scored by the Tigers in the fifth inning against Chattanooga.

3 – Hits recorded by TSU in the midweek contest.

9 – Runs scored by Chattanooga in the matchup.

2 – Recent wins by TSU over UT Martin across the last two seasons.

4 – Errors committed by Chattanooga in the midweek game, showing opportunities created by TSU pressure.

WHAT TO WATCH

Tennessee State will look to build off its midweek offensive push as it returns to OVC play this weekend. The Tigers have shown the ability to respond in-game and generate timely scoring, and will aim to put together a complete performance at home.

Facing a familiar conference opponent, TSU will look to capitalize on opportunities early and maintain pressure throughout the series as it searches for its first OVC wins of the season.