WINFIELD, Kan. – The Southwestern College Moundbuilders are set to host Kansas Wesleyan University in a pivotal KCAC matchup. The Moundbuilders (17-8, 11-8) look to defend their home court and gain momentum, while the Coyotes (11-13, 6-12) aim to strengthen their conference standing and build on their dominance in this matchup?

The Moundbuilders will need a complete team effort to end their losing skid against Kansas Wesleyan. They will lean on Wyatt Bell, who leads the team in scoring with 17.5 points per game, and Evan Barber, a key playmaker averaging 13.0 points and 3.3 assists per game. Trey Abasolo also provides a strong inside presence, contributing 10.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game. Justin Demaria, a versatile wing, adds 13.0 points per game, shooting 35.5% from three, while Zach Hidalgo anchors the interior with 9.7 points and a team-high 12.7 rebounds per game, making him a force on the glass?

Consistency on both ends of the floor will be key, particularly in rebounding and ball control, as turnovers and second-chance opportunities have been areas of concern. Southwestern's defense must tighten up against a Kansas Wesleyan team that can score from multiple positions, making contributions from Demaria and Hidalgo even more vital in slowing down the Coyotes' offensive attack.

Kansas Wesleyan enters the contest looking to extend their winning streak over Southwestern while improving their position in the KCAC standings. The Coyotes boast a balanced offensive attack, averaging 76.3 points per game, and have proven their ability to spread the floor with a 35.2% shooting percentage from beyond the arc?

Their offensive leader is Alex Littlejohn, who averages an impressive 19.4 points and 10.7 rebounds per game, making him a dominant force in the paint. Easton Hunter adds 11.5 points per game, shooting 40.3% from three-point range, while Izaiah Hale provides additional scoring with 7.7 points per game? Defensively, the Coyotes will look to impose their physicality and force turnovers, averaging 12.7 takeaways per game. Their ability to control the boards and limit second-chance points will be instrumental in dictating the tempo against Southwestern.

It's always a battle when these two teams meet, but Kansas Wesleyan has owned the series in recent years, winning the last six matchups against Southwestern. The Moundbuilders are 0-6 in their last six outings against the Coyotes and will be determined to flip the script this time around. Traveling to compete on their opponent's court, Southwestern has the chance to break the streak and make a statement in this conference rivalry.