Morehead State Secures NCAA Tournament Spot with OVC Championship Win

The Eagles triumphed over Arkansas-Little Rock 69-55, marking their first NCAA appearance since 2021.

Morehead State Eagles defeated Arkansas-Little Rock Trojans 69-55 to win the Ohio Valley Conference Championship.
Riley Minix led the Eagles with 26 points, followed by Drew Thelwell with 21 points.
The victory marks Morehead State's first NCAA tournament appearance since 2021 and their ninth overall.
Despite a strong start, Morehead State had to overcome a 17-point lead loss before securing the win.
The team is expected to be seeded as a No. 15 in the NCAA Tournament, reflecting the OVC's current standing.