SOUTH GEORGIA TECH JETS AT GORDON STATE HIGHLANDERS

Preview

BARNESVILLE, Ga. (Interstat) — A tight rematch is on tap Saturday when the South Georgia Tech Jets visit the Gordon State Highlanders in a men’s junior college basketball regular-season finale.

The Jets (14-15) seek to avenge a one-point home loss to the Highlanders (9-13) just over a month ago. Gordon State edged South Georgia Tech 80-79 on Feb. 4, a result that adds intrigue to the regular season’s final day.

South Georgia Tech enters with momentum, having won four of its last five games, including a 67-57 road victory at Georgia Highlands on Wednesday. The Jets are led by standout forward Jalexs Ewing, who is coming off a dominant 25-point, 10-rebound performance in that win. Over his last seven full games, Ewing is averaging 16.6 points and 7.6 rebounds, providing a consistent interior presence.

He is complemented by center Matt Mbole, who recorded a triple-double of blocks with 11 points, 14 rebounds and six blocks against Georgia Highlands. Guard Jarius Davis adds perimeter balance.

Gordon State snapped a two-game skid with an 80-64 win over Andrew on Wednesday. The Highlanders’ recent results have been volatile, mixing high-scoring victories with lopsided defeats. They have relied on a balanced attack, with Jon Estime among the players to watch.

The Highlanders’ Feb. 4 win over the Jets was a back-and-forth affair, suggesting another competitive matchup. Gordon State’s home court advantage at The Hill could be a factor as both teams look to finish their campaigns on a high note.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, this contest is projected to be a dead-even shootout, with a predicted final score of 100-100.

Tip-off is set for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Gordon State College in Barnesville.