The SIU Edwardsville (SIUE) Cougars men’s basketball team has concluded a remarkable 2024-2025 season, culminating in their first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. They clinched the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) championship with a 69-48 victory over Southeast Missouri on March 8, 2025.
2024-2025 Season Highlights:
- Regular Season Record: 22 wins and 11 losses.
- OVC Tournament Performance: Secured the championship by defeating Southeast Missouri.
- NCAA Tournament Appearance: Earned a No. 16 seed, facing the No. 1 seed Houston Cougars in the first round on March 20, 2025, at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas.
Upcoming Game Details:
- Opponent: Houston Cougars.
- Date & Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 1 p.m. Central Time.
- Broadcast: The game will be televised on TBS.
For fans in the United States, the game will be accessible via TBS on television and through streaming services that carry TBS. International viewers should check local listings or streaming platforms for broadcast availability.
This season has been historic for SIUE, marking significant milestones and showcasing their growth and competitiveness on the national stage.