Tennessee State earns 79-71 win against Southeast Missouri State

February 27, 2026 - 12:22

A strong performance from Antoine Lorick III propelled the Tennessee State Tigers to a 79-71 win over the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks on Thursday night in Cape Girardeau. Lorick led all scorers with 22 points, providing the offensive firepower needed to secure the conference road victory.

The Tigers established control in the first half and managed to withstand several pushes from the home team. The Redhawks struggled to find consistent scoring outside of a few key contributors, ultimately unable to close the gap in the final minutes. Tennessee State’s defensive effort in the second half proved crucial, forcing difficult shots and securing key rebounds to limit second-chance opportunities.

The win marks an important start to the conference schedule for Tennessee State, showcasing their ability to perform in a challenging road environment. The team displayed balanced scoring and timely plays to seal the result. For Southeast Missouri State, the loss highlights areas for improvement as they look to bounce back in their upcoming contests. Both teams continue their conference schedules this weekend.