For the first time in nine years, the Midwestern State men’s basketball team is headed back to the NCAA Division II Tournament.
During Sunday night’s selection show, the Mustangs learned that they had secured an at-large bid as a No. 4 seed in the South Central Region. Their first-round opponent? Lone Star Conference rival St. Edward’s.
First-Round Matchup Details
- Game: Midwestern State (4) vs. St. Edward’s (5)
- Date: Saturday, March 15
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Location: Dallas Baptist University (Top-Seeded Host)
The Mustangs and Hilltoppers are no strangers, having met once already this season. MSU edged out St. Edward’s 63-62 in a tightly contested battle at D.L. Ligon Coliseum.
Now, with a spot in the second round on the line, both teams will look to make their mark in the Big Dance.
Can the Mustangs keep their NCAA run alive? Fans won’t want to miss this high-stakes rematch!