Troy University Athletics
Trojans Face No. 17 Middle Tennessee on Senior Night
2/22/2007 12:00:00 AM | Basketball (W)
TROY, Ala. - The Troy University women's basketball team will draw a close to the 2006-07 home season on Thursday night in Trojan Arena when it plays host to No. 17 Middle Tennessee.
The Trojans (12-14, 5-11 SBC) will be looking to break a four-game losing streak that began on Feb. 8, when Troy lost to FIU, 66-61 in Miami. In those four games, Troy has been unable to score more than 61 points but has kept the other team to no more than 68 points.
The Blue Raiders (--, 16-0 SBC) are undefeated in conference play and have clinched a first-round bye for the Sun Belt Conference tournament.
The Trojans will also honor two seniors, Valensia Hairston and Brandi Scott for their contributions to the team during their careers on Saturday night in a pre-game ceremony.
Tip-off is set for 5:15 p.m. at Trojan Arena in a doubleheader with the men. The men's game will begin at 7:30 or 30 minutes after the conclusion of the women's game.
The Series:
This is the second meeting between the two schools this season. Troy lost the game between the two on Jan. 6, 90-55 when the Blue Raiders were ranked 25th. Middle Tennessee leads the all-time series 4-0.
The Coaches:
Michael Murphy is in his fifth season as a head coach for the Trojans. He is 62-75 in that time. He is 134-102 in seven seasons as a head coach.
Middle Tennessee coach Rick Insell is in his second season with the Blue Raiders. He is 95-44 in that time.
