ORANGEBURG, SC—The South Carolina State men's and women's basketball team resume Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play Monday (Feb. 11^th ) when they host Coppin State at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center.

Tipoff for the women is 5:30 pm, while the men will begin in a 7:30 pm start.

In their last outing the Bulldogs are coming off an impressive 85-81 victory over Morgan State. Meanwhile Coppin State looks to bounce back after and 62-71 defeat to Savannah State on Saturday in Savannah, GA.

The two teams met earlier this season with the men defeating the Eagles in the closing seconds 70-68, while the Lady Bulldogs look to complete a season sweep after defeating Coppin State 75-59 earlier this season in Baltimore, MD.

The Lady Bulldogs dropped a close 61-63 to Morgan State, while Coppin State dropped and 57-68 decision to Savannah State in their last contest.

South Carolina State will be celebrating Community/Service Day. Bring school supplies and receive a $5 admission discount rate into the game. For more information contact the SC State Media Relations Office at (803) 536-7060.