TUSKEGEE, Ala. – Tuskegee University men's basketball will kick off their 2025 home schedule with a pivotal Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) matchup against LeMoyne-Owen on Saturday, January 11, at 3:00 p.m. inside the Daniel "Chappie" James Arena.
The Golden Tigers enter the game with a 6-7 overall record and a 4-3 mark in the SIAC, coming off a challenging stretch of games.
LeMoyne-Owen, on the other hand, has struggled this season with a 1-13 overall record and a 1-7 record in conference play, making this an important opportunity for both teams to gain momentum as the season progresses.
GAMEDAY INFORMATION
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11
Time: 3:00 p.m. CT
Location: Tuskegee, Ala. (Daniel "Chappie" James Center)
Watch Live: Golden Tiger Sports Network (GTSN)
Live Stats: Sidearm Stats
ABOUT TUSKEGEE (6-7, 4-3 SIAC)
Tuskegee has seen strong individual performances from key players, and they will look to capitalize on this momentum in front of their home crowd.
Senior guard Kevin Sesberry has been a standout for the Golden Tigers, averaging a team-high 15.5 points per game, on shooting splits of 38.9% from the field, 31.3 percent from three and 75.3 percent from the free throw line on the year.
Sesberry, along with fellow starters Kusamae Draper and D'Anthony Pennington, has been integral to Tuskegee's offense and defense. Draper is averaging 14.1 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, while Pennington scores 13.2 points and is leading the team with an average of 2.8 assists and 2.4 steals per game.
The Golden Tigers are averaging 66.1 points per game and have been effective on defense, limiting opponents to 63.8 points per game. Tuskegee has also excelled on the glass, averaging 36.0 rebounds per game.
Tuskegee's defense will be key in this matchup. The Golden Tigers have been strong on the defensive end, averaging 8.5 steals and 3.2 blocks per game.
They will need to continue this defensive intensity to disrupt LeMoyne-Owen's offense and prevent them from finding an offensive rhythm.
Additionally, Tuskegee will look to use their rebounding advantage to generate second-chance opportunities and control the tempo of the game.
ABOUT LEMOYNE-OWEN (1-13, 1-7 SIAC)
LeMoyne-Owen, despite their struggles this season, will rely on the leadership of their key players.
Khalil Genwright, the team's leading scorer, is averaging 14.3 points per game and has been shooting 54.6% from the field, including 40% from beyond the arc. Richard Lowe, contributing 11.9 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, will also be a player to watch.
The team has struggled offensively, averaging only 57.5 points per game, but they have shown resilience in key moments. They will need a strong defensive effort to overcome Tuskegee's offensive depth and improve on their 39.0% shooting from the field.
This matchup presents a crucial opportunity for the Golden Tigers to build on their recent success and continue their climb in the SIAC standings.
With key performances from Draper, Pennington, and Sesberry, Tuskegee will look to improve their home record and set the tone for the rest of the season.
Fans can expect an exciting contest with high stakes as both teams vie for an important conference win. The game will tip off at 3:00 p.m. ET, and all fans are encouraged to come out and support the Golden Tigers in their first home game of 2025.
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