SAVANNAH, Ga. – A busy week of Savannah State University Athletics awaits as the Tigers and Lady Tigers prepare for an exciting combination of Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) competition, basketball festivities, and Senior Day celebrations.
The upcoming week features the final two regular-season matches for the Savannah State women's volleyball team, the highly anticipated Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase, the men's & women's cross country teams competing for SIAC Championships, and the football team's 2026 season finale against Virginia University of Lynchburg.
With three home events on the calendar, Savannah State fans will have several opportunities to support the Orange and Blue as the fall athletic season approaches its conclusion and basketball season draws near.
WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL
Lady Tigers Close Regular Season With Albany State and Fort Valley State
The Savannah State women's volleyball team will conclude its 2026 regular-season schedule with a pair of important SIAC matchups.
Head coach Roselidah Obunaga and the Lady Tigers begin the week on Tuesday, November 3, when they travel to Albany, Georgia, to face Albany State University. First serve is scheduled for 6 p.m. inside the Jones Brothers HPER Complex.
Savannah State enters the final week looking to build upon its recent success after securing consecutive conference victories over Benedict College and Allen University.
Following Tuesday's road contest, the Lady Tigers will return home on Thursday, November 5, to host Fort Valley State University in their regular-season finale.
The 6 p.m. matchup inside Tiger Arena will feature
Pack The Den and one final opportunity to cheer on the Lady Tigers this season.
Savannah State at Albany State
- Date: Tuesday, November 3
- Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Jones Brothers HPER Complex | Albany, Georgia
- Live Stream: SIAC Network
- Live Stats: ASUGoldenRams.com
Fort Valley State at Savannah State – Pack The Den/Senior Night
MEN'S & WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Savannah State Hosts Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase Wednesday
Basketball season is right around the corner, and Savannah State fans will have an opportunity to get their first look at the 2026–27 Tigers and Lady Tigers during the
Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase on Wednesday, November 4.
The event begins at 5 p.m. inside Tiger Arena and will feature the introduction of Savannah State's men's and women's basketball programs ahead of the upcoming season.
The showcase will provide students, alumni, and supporters with an opportunity to meet the 2026–27 squads, interact with the programs, and enjoy an evening celebrating Savannah State basketball.
The event will feature giveaways, games, a DJ, and more as excitement builds for the upcoming basketball season.
On the men's side, head coach Clevan Thompson enters his second full season leading the Tigers. Savannah State will look to build upon the foundation established by its recent SIAC championship success.
Meanwhile, head coach Phillip Wallace Jr. continues to guide the women's basketball program as the Lady Tigers prepare for the challenges of the upcoming campaign.
The Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase promises to be an exciting evening for the Savannah State community as both programs prepare to take the court for the 2026–27 season.
Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase
- Date: Wednesday, November 4
- Time: 5:00 p.m.
- Location: Tiger Arena | Savannah, Georgia
- Featuring: 2026–27 SSU Men's and Women's Basketball Teams
- Activities: Giveaways, Games, DJ, and More
MEN'S & WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY
Tigers, Lady Tigers Set to Compete at SIAC Cross Country Championships
Savannah State University's men's and women's cross country teams will compete for conference honors on Friday, November 6, at the 2026 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) Cross Country Championships.
The championship meet will take place at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course in Macon, Georgia, bringing together the conference's top distance runners for the final competition of the SIAC season.
]Under the direction of interim head coach Chad Cannon, the Tigers and Lady Tigers will look to build upon their regular-season performances as they compete against the conference's best.
On the men's side, Jaden-Wayne McPherson, Gabriel Hinkins and Braylin Grier have helped lead Savannah State throughout the fall campaign. The trio finished 29th, 30th and 42nd, respectively, at the Sand Shark Invitational on October 10.
For the Lady Tigers, Aniya Smith, Saniya Swain and Victoria Taylor have been among the team's contributors this season. Smith led Savannah State at the Sand Shark Invitational with a 51st-place finish.
Both teams will look to deliver strong performances as they pursue individual and team honors at the conference championship meet.
2026 SIAC Cross Country Championships
- Date: Friday, November 6
- Location: Georgia Premier Cross Country Course | Macon, Georgia
- Women's Start: 9:00 a.m.
- Men's Start: TBA
- Teams: Savannah State Men's and Women's Cross Country
FOOTBALL
Tigers Return Home to Host Virginia University of Lynchburg for Senior Day
The Savannah State football team will close out its 2026 campaign on Saturday, November 7, when the Tigers welcome Virginia University of Lynchburg to Theodore A. "Ted" Wright Stadium.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m.
Saturday's contest will serve as
Senior Day, with Savannah State recognizing members of its senior class for their dedication, commitment, and contributions to the Tigers football program.
Under first-year head coach Thomas Howard, Savannah State has continued working to establish a foundation for the future while navigating a challenging schedule.
The season finale provides the Tigers with one final opportunity to compete in front of their home supporters and conclude the campaign with a strong performance.
The contest also marks the final appearance of the 2026 season at The Marsh, as Savannah State looks to send its seniors out on a positive note.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early and join the Savannah State Athletics family in celebrating the senior student-athletes who have represented the Orange and Blue throughout their collegiate careers.
Virginia University of Lynchburg at Savannah State – Senior Day
THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE
Tuesday, November 3
- Women's Volleyball at Albany State – 6:00 p.m. – Jones Brothers HPER Complex – Albany, Ga.
Wednesday, November 4
- Orange & Blue Basketball Showcase – 5:00 p.m. – Tiger Arena – Savannah, Ga.
Thursday, November 5
- Women's Volleyball vs. Fort Valley State – 6:00 p.m. – Tiger Arena – Pack The Den/Senior Night
Friday, November 6
- Men's & Women's Cross Country at SIAC Cross Country Championships – Georgia Premier Cross Country Course – Macon, Ga. – Women's start: 9:00 a.m.; Men's start: TBA
Saturday, November 7
- Football vs. Virginia University of Lynchburg – 3:00 p.m. – Theodore A. "Ted" Wright Stadium – Senior Day
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