Can the Bearkats Claw Back at Pete Mathews Coliseum?

As the Sam Houston State Bearkats prepare to face off against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent performances. The Bearkats have shown a mix of tenacity and struggle in their past games, which sets up an intriguing encounter at Pete Mathews Coliseum.

In their last game against UTEP Miners, the Bearkats fell short with 66 points to the Miners' 82. Despite a commendable free throw percentage of 92 percent and a solid assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.78, they struggled with field goal accuracy at only 35 percent and were outrebounded by a significant margin.

The previous game saw them secure a victory over New Mexico State Aggies in overtime, scoring 66 points. Their resilience was on display as they fought through an extended match with a lower field goal percentage of 40 percent but managed to capitalize on second-chance points with 14.

However, in an earlier matchup against Liberty Flames away from home, the Bearkats faced difficulties as they scored only 56 points while allowing the Flames to dominate with 86 points. A low field goal percentage of just 27 percent and challenges in rebounding were key factors in that loss.

As we look ahead to their next game, it's clear that shooting accuracy and rebounding will be crucial for Sam Houston State's success. The venue could play its part too; playing as guests might add pressure but also offers an opportunity for redemption after recent setbacks.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup scheduled for March 9th at Pete Mathews Coliseum starting at 2:00 PM local time (3:00 PM ET). It promises to be an engaging contest as both teams vie for supremacy on court – one that dedicated followers won't want to miss!