- Matchup: Stetson Hatters vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels
- Event Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Venue: Baptist Health Arena, Richmond, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Eastern Kentucky Colonels (7-16) will host the Stetson Hatters (8-15) at Baptist Health Arena this coming Saturday.
In their previous matchup, the Stetson Hatters fell short against North Alabama, losing 68-66. The Hatters registered a field goal percentage of 40.4% (23 of 57) and converted 6 of 21 shots from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they excelled, sinking 14 of 16 attempts for an impressive 87.5%. Stetson gathered 30 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, while also recording 18 assists. However, they faced 11 turnovers and secured 10 steals. Defensively, the Hatters allowed North Alabama to shoot 48.1% from the field, converting 25 of 52 attempts. North Alabama managed 15 assists and 7 steals, and pulled down 29 rebounds (8 offensive, 21 defensive). They finished shooting 66.7% at the line, making 12 of 18 attempts, and 6 of 21 from deep. Each team committed 14 personal fouls during the game.
A standout in this game was Collin Kuhl, who scored 23 points on 10 of 16 shooting, played for 34 minutes, and grabbed 8 rebounds, finishing with a shooting percentage of 62.5% and contributing 1 assist.
As for Stetson’s season, they hold a record of 8-15. The Hatters average 72.3 points per game, ranking 276th nationally, while shooting 43.9% from the floor. Their three-point shooting stands at 33.4% (197 of 590), and they convert 67.5% from the free-throw line. The team averages 33.9 rebounds per game and has tallied 339 assists this season, ranking 138th in Division 1. On the turnover front, they average 13.2 per game along with committing 15.5 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Hatters enforce an average of 10.9 turnovers per game while committing 17.0 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 33.5% from beyond the arc and rank 325th in the nation in points allowed per game (80.1). Stetson’s defense permits an opponent shooting percentage of 47.8% (674 of 1,410) and gives up an average of 36.0 rebounds per game. They also rank 328th in Division 1 for assists allowed, having surrendered 367 throughout the season.
In their last outing, the Eastern Kentucky Colonels suffered a defeat against Central Arkansas with a score of 90-81. The Colonels registered 28 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds for a total of 35. They faced 15 turnovers while collecting 3 steals during the game. Central Arkansas committed 19 fouls, giving the Colonels 26 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 19 for 73.1%. The Colonels also went 14 of 37 from three-point range (37.8%), and finished the game shooting 42.1% overall with 24 of 57. On defense, they allowed Central Arkansas to shoot 49.3% (33 of 67) and 35.5% from three-point territory, making 11 of 31 attempts. Eastern Kentucky allowed their opponent to secure 33 rebounds (7 offensive).
Important to note for the Colonels was Jackson Holt, who achieved a field goal percentage of 83.3%, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 16 points during 20 minutes of play, alongside 1 rebound and no assists.
Eastern Kentucky has a record of 7-16 this season, averaging 18.5 personal fouls per game and shooting 72.2% from the free-throw line. The Colonels average 14.3 assists per game (169th in college basketball) while making 12.2 turnovers. They have scored 1,845 points this season, averaging 80.2 points per game, alongside 36.8 rebounds. In terms of shooting, Eastern Kentucky is at 43.4% from the field, ranking 282nd in Division 1.
Defensively, the Colonels allow a 34.7% success rate on three-point attempts (184 of 531) and opponents convert 71.8% of free throws against them. Eastern Kentucky gives up an average of 14.8 assists and 35.7 rebounds per game, ranking 284th and 249th in the nation, respectively. They are currently placed 337th in points allowed per game (80.8), forcing 11.9 turnovers and permitting teams to shoot 47.9% from the field (344th in college basketball).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Take Stetson
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