DYERSBURG, Tenn. (Interstat) — Two men’s junior college basketball teams seeking momentum will meet Wednesday when the Volunteer State Pioneers visit the Dyersburg State Eagles.

The game, scheduled for Feb. 25, 2026, features teams with a combined 9-29 record this season. Volunteer State enters at 6-12, while Dyersburg State sits at 3-17.

Despite their records, both teams are coming off recent high-scoring performances. The Pioneers fell 104-97 to Pellissippi State on Saturday. The Eagles earned a narrow 83-80 home victory over Chattanooga State that same day, securing their second win in three games after a 73-72 road win at Southwest Tennessee on Feb. 18.

A key player to watch is Dyersburg State’s Elijah Causly. The guard is coming off a standout performance, scoring 24 points with eight rebounds and four assists in the win over Chattanooga State. He also had 20 points and six assists in the victory at Southwest Tennessee.

The teams’ previous meeting this season was a close affair. On Jan. 14, Volunteer State held on for an 81-78 home win over Dyersburg State.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Wednesday’s contest is projected to be a high-scoring tie, with a predicted final score of 100-100.

For Volunteer State, the game begins a two-game homestand to close the season, hosting Roane State on Feb. 28 and Chattanooga State on March 2. Dyersburg State will hit the road for its season finale, visiting Motlow State on Feb. 28.

Tipoff is set for Wednesday night at Dyersburg State’s home court.