Game Notes
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. - The Arkansas Tech Wonder Boys basketball team (11-10, 6-9 Great American Conference) will return to action on Thursday, February 11, hosting Ouachita Baptist (12-9, 12-3 GAC) at Tucker Coliseum. A 7:30 p.m. tip is scheduled.
THE PREVIOUS MEETINGSThe Wonder Boys have faced these two opponents earlier in the season and came out on the short end of things both times. The Wonder Boys fell 94-80 to Ouachita Baptist in the first meeting while being edged by SAU 83-80 back on Jan. 16.Â
THE OBU SERIESOuachita Baptist holds an all-time 86-78 advantage in the series dating back to the 1926-27 season. The Tigers have won three straight meetings, sweeping last season's series before winning the regular-season opener this year. The series has been relatively even going back to the 2011-12 season, with OBU holding a 7-6 edge. Prior to that, Tech had won four straight.
MILITARY APPRECIATIONTech will host Military Appreciation Night in conjunction with Thursday's game. Active duty and retired military members get in free.THE BROADCASTThe game will be carried live on 102.3-FM (KCJC) in Russellville. Sam Strasner will call the play-by-play while Kelly Davis will provide color analysis.  -FIGHTON-