SIAC rivalry coverage continues Saturday, January 17th, as Kentucky State University travels to Central State University for a men’s and women’s doubleheader. Airing live on Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO, the free-streaming digital platform and premier destination for HBCU sports and culture, the Week 3 matchup carries conference implications as both programs look to improve their SIAC standing.
On the women’s side, Kentucky State enters with advantages in shooting efficiency and rebounding, creating additional possessions through work on the glass. Central State will look to counter with disciplined offensive execution and sound shot selection. Defensive stops, transition control, and limiting second-chance opportunities are expected to be decisive factors.
Immediately following the women’s game at 1 p.m. ET, fans can tune in to the HBCU GO Sports Crossover Show, hosted by Nicole Hutchison and Tolly Carr. This week’s show features HBCU basketball insider Tim Scarborough, who will provide analysis, highlights, and insight from across the HBCU basketball landscape.
The men’s matchup centers on defensive execution and shot efficiency. Central State has held opponents to fewer points while converting at higher rates from both the field and three-point range. Kentucky State will look to match that efficiency through precise execution and late-game scoring, with shot selection likely playing a pivotal role.
Central State’s women aim to reverse last season’s results after being swept by Kentucky State, while the Kentucky State men seek a response after last year’s sweep by the Marauders snapped a seven-game winning streak in the series. With rivalry history, conference momentum, and postseason positioning at stake, Saturday’s SIAC doubleheader on HBCU GO promises high-level, high-stakes competition from tip-off to the final buzzer.
MATCHUP
Kentucky State Thorobreds vs. Central State Marauders
LOCATION
Beacom/Lewis Gym
1400 Brush Row Rd.
Wilberforce, OH 45384
GAME TIMES
Women’s Game: 1:00 p.m. (EST)
Men’s Game: 3:30 p.m. (EST)
HBCU GO BROADCAST TEAM
Derrin Horton
Nia Symone
Todd Bozeman
STORYLINES
Women’s Matchup Snapshot:
- Kentucky State holds the edge in shooting efficiency and rebounding, scoring more per game and generating extra possessions on the glass.
- Central State looks to counter with discipline and improved shot selection.
- The Marauders were swept by the Thorobreds last season and are 2–8 in the last 10 meetings.
L-R: Locking in, driving strong: Thorobrette Alycia Triplett attacking the lane with confidence and control, and Lady Marauder Samara Gibson pushes the pace and leads the break with confidence; Courtesy of Front Page Firm
Men’s Matchup Snapshot:
- Kentucky State looks to restore momentum after last season’s sweep ended a seven-game winning streak over Central State.
- Central State owns the defensive edge and superior shooting efficiency, holding opponents to fewer points while shooting better from the field and beyond the arc.
- Kentucky State will aim to match that efficiency with timely scoring and execution, making shot selection and late-game offense the potential difference.
L-R: Thorobred Terin Wofford elevating with purpose and finishing strong above the crowd, and Marauders guard Ramar Pryor knocking down the jumper when it counts; Courtesy of FrontPage Firm
HOW TO WATCH
Fans can catch all the action across multiple platforms:
- Broadcast syndication in major U.S. television markets, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Atlanta, and others (check local listings).
- National broadcasts on theGrio Television Network.
Streaming access is available via:
- The HBCU GO mobile app and HBCU.tv
- Free-streaming platforms including Local Now
- Armed Forces Network
- FanDuel TV
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