General | 3/2/2026 8:00:00 AM

Itta Bena, Miss. - A pivotal stretch awaits Mississippi Valley State Athletics as multiple programs enter key conference matchups and opening home competition highlights the week ahead for the Delta Devils.

Men's and women's basketball will close out Southwestern Athletic Conference regular season play with tournament seeding on the line. The Delta Devils travel Tuesday to face the Alcorn State Braves before wrapping up conference play Thursday against the Jackson State Tigers. With the Southwestern Athletic Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament approaching, both programs understand the importance of finishing strong and carrying momentum into postseason competition. Each contest this week will help solidify final positioning in the bracket as the regular season reaches its conclusion.

On the courts, Valley tennis continues conference competition. The women's program heads to Jackson, Mississippi for the SWAC Round Up, where the Delta Devils will face the Florida A&M Rattlers on Friday and the Alabama State Hornets on Saturday. The weekend provides valuable conference match experience as Valley prepares for the latter portion of its spring schedule.

The men's tennis team will also see conference action, squaring off against the Alabama State Hornets on Saturday. The matchup presents another opportunity for the Delta Devils to strengthen their standing while continuing to build consistency in singles and doubles play.

Softball returns home for the first time this season, opening its home slate Friday afternoon with a weekend Southwestern Athletic Conference series against Alabama State. The home-opening series gives Delta Devil fans their first chance to see the program compete in Itta Bena this spring, as Valley looks to establish momentum in conference play.

Baseball travels to Tennessee for a weekend non-conference series against the Tennessee Martin Skyhawks. The road series will provide an early-season test and valuable competition experience as the Delta Devils continue to develop and prepare for the heart of their schedule.

With postseason implications on the hardwood, conference battles on the courts, and opening weekend action on the diamond, it promises to be a competitive and meaningful week across Mississippi Valley State Athletics. Fans are encouraged to stay connected through official Valley Athletics digital platforms for schedules, updates, and results throughout the week.

For complete coverage, results, and updates, visit mvsusports.com and follow Mississippi Valley State Athletics on all official social media platforms.
 
Tuesday, March 3
Women's Basketball | at Alcorn State – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lorman, Miss.

Men's Basketball | at Alcorn State – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Lorman, Miss.

Thursday, March 5
Women's Basketball | at Alcorn State – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lorman, Miss.

Men's Basketball | at Alcorn State – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Lorman, Miss.

Friday, March 6
Women's Tennis | at Florida A&M (SWAC Round-Up) – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Jackson, Miss.

Softball | vs Alabama State – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Itta Bena, Miss.

Baseball | at Tennessee-Martin – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Martin, TN

Saturday, March 7
Women's Tennis | at Florida A&M (SWAC Round-Up) – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Jackson, Miss.

Men's Tennis | vs Alabama State – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Jackson, Miss.

Softball | vs Alabama State – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Itta Bena, Miss.

Softball | vs Alabama State – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Itta Bena, Miss.

Baseball | at Tennessee-Martin – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Martin, TN

Sunday, March 8
Baseball | at Tennessee-Martin – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Martin, TN

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