The Leathernecks are heading to Nashville for a crucial conference series against Tennessee State, who holds a 20-19 record and sits in fourth place in the conference with a strong offense led by Nahtali Simpson and Onnika Spencer.

By the Numbers
  • Tennessee State has a 20-19 record and an 11-7 record in OVC play.
  • Leathernecks are 14-26 overall with a 4-14 record in conference play.
Yes, But

Western Illinois is two games behind eighth place in the conference, aiming to secure a spot in the OVC tournament.

State of Play
  • Tennessee State has a strong offense and utilizes three pitchers for their games.
  • Leatherneck senior Emily Price is performing well, ranking in the top ten in various pitching categories in the conference.
What's Next

The Leathernecks have seven regular-season games left, with an upcoming series at SEMO and then a final series at home against Southern Indiana.

Bottom Line

The Leathernecks face a critical series in Nashville against Tennessee State as they strive to secure a spot in the OVC tournament, with senior pitcher Emily Price standing out as a top performer in the conference.