TUSKEGEE, Ala. – The West Alabama Tigers (0-3) will take the court Monday evening looking to secure their first win of the season as they face the Tuskegee Golden Tigers (2-2) at 5:30 p.m. in Tuskegee, Alabama.

This game marks a rematch of the season opener, where Tuskegee claimed a 60-50 victory.  

West Alabama will aim to build on recent second-half momentum showcased against Miles. The Tigers are averaging 52.3 points per game while shooting 29.5% from the field and 32.7% from three-point range. Guard Kendall Lacoste has been a consistent leader for UWA, averaging 10.0 points per game, while Julia Rodriguez contributes 8.7 points and a team-high 3.7 assists per game. West Alabama's defense has limited opponents to 22.9% shooting from beyond the arc, a factor they'll hope to leverage.  

Tuskegee enters the game averaging 63.8 points per contest with a balanced attack. Brittney Bolin leads the Golden Tigers with 15.8 points per game, shooting 35.6% from the field and 30% from deep. Jasmine Manuel has provided a dominant inside presence, averaging 9.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. Tuskegee is strong from the free-throw line, converting 77.9% of their attempts, a key in their earlier win over UWA.  

West Alabama will need to control the boards and minimize turnovers to challenge Tuskegee, who have a slight rebounding edge (41.5 RPG) and a knack for forcing turnovers (10.5 steals per game). The Tigers' ability to contain Bolin and Manuel, while finding offensive rhythm early, will be crucial.  

Tip-off is set for 5:30 p.m. in Tuskegee. UWA aims to notch its first victory of the season and even the series against its in-state rival.