Austin Peay State University's baseball team is gearing up to face Tennessee Tech in a midweek nonconference game on Tuesday at 6 p.m. Following a tough weekend where they were swept by North Alabama, the Governors are looking to bounce back and improve their 16-20 record (7-8 ASUN). Last week, they fell to Tennessee Tech 7-5, marking a significant loss, as it was the Golden Eagles' first win against Austin Peay since May 2022. Austin Peay aims for their 100th win against Tennessee Tech, leading the all-time series with a record of 99-88-1.

By the Numbers
  • Austin Peay has 16 wins, with a recent record of 0-3 in weekend games.
  • Ray Velazquez leads the Governors with 11 home runs, tied for fourth in the ASUN.
State of Play
  • Austin Peay is tied for fourth place in the Atlantic Sun Conference after being swept by North Alabama.
  • Tennessee Tech is in last place in the Ohio Valley Conference with a recent record of 12-24 (2-10).
What's Next

The Governors look to recover from their losing streak and regain momentum against Tennessee Tech. Both teams seek to establish dominance in their upcoming matchup, which could shift standings in their respective conferences.

Bottom Line

Austin Peay needs a win to restore confidence and maintain its competitive edge in the ASUN, while Tennessee Tech hopes to capitalize on their recent victory to build momentum against their rival.