The Southeast Missouri Redhawks (9-10, 4-4 OVC) host the Ohio Valley Conference leader UT Martin (15-4, 7-1) in a critical matchup on Tuesday, January 20, at 7:30 p.m. CT. This game marks the 93rd meeting between the two rivals, with SEMO holding a 52-40 advantage overall. The Redhawks have struggled lately, particularly in the first halves of games, trailing against Lindenwood and SIU Edwardsville. However, they have shown resilience, winning the second halves of both contests. Southeast Missouri is currently tied for fourth in the OVC standings and looks to capitalize on their home court advantage.

By the Numbers
  • UT Martin leads the OVC with a record of 15-4 and has a seven-game winning streak.
  • SEMO trails the overall series against UT Martin with a record of 52-40 in 93 meetings.
State of Play
  • SEMO is in a three-way tie for fourth place in the OVC with a 4-4 record.
  • After facing UT Martin, SEMO will conclude this four-game home stretch against preseason favorite Little Rock.
What's Next

The Redhawks will look to improve their standing with a win against UT Martin, a crucial step before facing Little Rock on January 22. Success in these games is vital for SEMO to remain competitive in the OVC race.

Bottom Line

SEMO needs to build on their recent second-half performances to secure a victory against a strong UT Martin team. The outcome could significantly influence their postseason hopes and overall momentum in the OVC.